Agric Commissioner Urges Fair Pricing, Hygiene at Fowl Sellers’ Annual Prayer
The Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Oloruntoyosi Thomas, has urged fowl sellers to be fair in their pricing and maintain high levels of hygiene in their poultry markets to safeguard the health of residents in the State.
The Commissioner stated this during the annual prayer session of the Fowl Sellers Association of Nigeria (Kwara State Chapter) at the Baboko Market in Ilorin.
Fowl sellers play a vital role in Kwara’s economy, dealing in chickens, ducks, guinea fowls, doves, and other rare birds. Addressing the gathering, the Commissioner commended the association for maintaining order despite economic challenges and appealed to members to keep the prices of poultry affordable for all.
Mrs. Thomas also emphasized the importance of market hygiene, advising sellers to maintain strict sanitary standards to prevent bird flu and other avian diseases. She encouraged them to ensure timely vaccination of their birds to safeguard public health and food quality.
In his remarks, the Association’s Secretary, Mr. AbdulAkeem Olanrewaju, appreciated Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for his continuous support to traders. He highlighted the government’s intervention in providing subsidized maize, which helped stabilize the cost of fowls and other birds during the tough economic times of 2024.
“We are grateful to our Governor for always putting the people first and for the many projects he is executing across the State,” Mr. Olanrewaju stated.
The event was attended by key stakeholders, including the Director of Veterinary Services, Dr. Olugbon Salman Abdullateef, Iya Loja of Kwara State, Alhaja Muibat Olumo, Alhaja Afusat Abdullahi, Iya Egbe Aladie of Kwara State, and market leaders from across Ilorin.
The engagement reinforced the State government’s commitment to supporting local traders, strengthening food security, and promoting a cleaner, healthier marketplace.
Press Secretary,
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development,
Kwara State.
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