Rabies Day: Nigerians Cautioned Against Dog Meat from Unverified Sources
Nigerians have been advised to avoid eating dog meat from unverified sources as the world marked World Rabies Day . The warning was issued by the President of the Good Development and Accountability Advocacy (GDAA) , Chukwunazom Cyra Obi, who described rabies as a “silent but deadly disease” still prevalent in the country. Obi identified low public awareness, inadequate vaccination, and weak response systems as key factors fuelling the spread of the disease. He called on government to vaccinate at least 70 percent of dogs annually and to intensify awareness campaigns in local languages. He further urged authorities to adopt humane measures in controlling stray dogs, including vaccination, spaying, and enforcement of pet ownership laws. Strengthened veterinary services and greater public vigilance, he said, remain essential in curbing the threat of rabies. John Ollor Obe (c) Eleme Today