The commissioner said the vaccination campaign was Abia’s rapid response to prevent the spread of the dangerous disease within the state’s borders.
More community animal healthcare workers have been equipped to tackle animal diseases in Kaduna.
“It is, therefore, imperative that the sector be given the utmost priority in national economic policies and future budgets.”
Those who spoke with journalists said using wheelbarrows, motorcycles, and rickety vehicles to transport meat posed serious health challenges.
The federal government had reported the disease outbreak in some neighbouring countries and recently in Niger.
Ms Emokpae said the vaccination of domesticated animals, free of charge, would also be conducted alongside the inspection exercise.
At the moment, there is a reported case of anthrax on a farm in Suleja, Niger State.
Mr Iortyom urged the state government to take steps toward preventing the spread of the diseases in the state.
The Enugu government has urged its residents not to panic as the agric ministry is alert and proactive in preventing anthrax outbreaks.
The NIMR boss said livestock and their handlers should be given further attention and teach the public how to prevent the spread of the disease.
