The Adamawa State Government has destroyed more than 70 cattle at the Jimeta Modern Abattoir following a suspected case of grass poisoning, in a move aimed at protecting public health and livestock safety.

The Commissioner for the Ministry of Livestock and Agricultural Development, Salihu Idris, disclosed this while speaking with journalists during an inspection visit to the Jimeta abattoir.

He explained that most of the affected cattle were identified and eliminated at the scene of the incident in Chambe Jouli, located in the Ribadu area of Fufore Local Government Area.

According to the commissioner, the government took proactive steps to prevent contaminated meat from entering the food chain, stressing that the decision was necessary to safeguard both human and animal lives.

Idris commended the swift response of ministry personnel, particularly those in Fufore, as well as staff across the state’s 21 local government areas, for their coordinated efforts in handling the situation.

He reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring food safety and maintaining healthy livestock across Adamawa State.

“The action taken has potentially saved hundreds of lives that could have been at risk if the meat had been consumed,” he stated, while also appreciating the cooperation of officials at the Jimeta Modern Abattoir.