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Stop Sale Of Dog Meat In PH -Veterinarian
Director of Veterinary Services in Rivers State Ministry of Agriculture, Dr Godwin Ukoikpoko, has appealed to the Rivers State Government to stop the sale of dog meat along the streets in the State.
Dr Ukoikpoko, who made the appeal during events marking the 2022 World Rabbies Day in Port Harcourt, said the continued sale of dog meat along the streets will increase the rate of rabies in the State since the genealogy of such dogs cannot be ascertained.
In her speech, the National President of the Nigerian Verterinary Medical Association, Dr Catherine Olutoyin Adetubure, called on the Federal Ministry of Health to make avaliable anti-Rabies Viccines to all state health facilities to enable Veterinary doctors who are at the forefront of eradicating rabies have access to it.
Noting that the theme of the celebration, “One Heath, zero death”, is apt, she called for collaborative efforts among human and animal doctors to “chase out zonotic disease from the society”.
Also speaking, former Vice Chancellor of Rivers State University, Prof B.B Fakea, in his keynote address, called on the state government to employ more veterinary doctors to address public health challenges in the state.
He stated that the two Veterinary doctors in the employ of the state government is grossy inadequate to meet public health needs of the people.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association, Rivers State Chapter, Dr Baloji Ajayi, urged those beaten by dogs to seek medical attention on time .
Highlight of the occasion was free viccination of dogs and other animals.
The occasion was organised by the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association in conjunction with the Ministry of Agriculture in Port Harcourt.
By: Ike Wigodo
Rivers
Motor Spare Parts, Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union Swears Gets New Chairman in Port Harcourt
The Owhonda Dickson Motor Spare Parts and Industrial Generators Dealers’ Union operating in Ikoku Port Harcourt, Rivers state has sworn in Mr. Cyril Igbokwe, popularly known as Onyeoma Cy, as its new Chairman.
The brief swearing _in ceremony was held at the union office in Port Harcourt, last Wednesday
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Igbokwe expressed gratitude for the trust and confidence his members had shown in him, despite his perceived educational background compared to others. , “I feel very happy to be the chairman of this great union in this great market. I’m proud of my executives for demonstrating commitment and cooperation.” Notably, the executives raised over ?1 million for the inauguration ceremony within an hour.
The new Chairman promised to tackle key challenges facing the union, including security and indiscipline. He vowed to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor, who he praised for excellent performance, and aimed to possibly do better.
Mr. Igbokwe emphasized maintaining a robust relationship with the host community and conducting his affairs within the ambit of the law.
In his remarks,the Electoral Committee Chairman’, Igwe Amobichukwu Eze Okorie, assured that the elections were conducted in a free, fair, and credible manner. Despite facing challenges such as non-compliance with guidelines and unfounded propaganda campaigns, no formal protest letters had been received.
Also speaking, the Women’s Leader, Lolo Nkechinyere Okolie, expressed faith in the new Chairman, citing his integrity and experience. She highlighted her role in ensuring women’s voices are counted in the union and vouched for the credibility of the election, noting that Mr. Igbokwe was the popular choice among members.
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