The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS), Kano State Command, has deployed operatives to Garko Local Government Area to track and contain dogs suspected to be infected with rabies after attacks on 18 people.
The State Commander of the service, Abdullahi Al’ameen, disclosed this in a statement issued
According to Al’ameen, the command received a distress report at about 2 p.m. that a dog suspected to be rabid was attacking residents in Garko town.
“The dog has so far bitten 11 persons in Garko town before moving to neighbouring communities, including Raba, Kadage, Gurjiya and Dausai. It has also attacked and bitten seven additional persons in the affected communities,” the statement said.
The commander added that the command received a further report indicating that two more dogs in the area were suspected to have been infected.
He said personnel of the NFSS Garko Division, led
Al’ameen urged residents of Garko and surrounding communities to remain vigilant and report any sighting of stray or suspected rabid dogs to the nearest NFSS office or other security agencies.
He also advised those bitten to seek immediate medical attention to prevent complications.
The NFSS assured residents that it would continue to monitor the situation and take all necessary measures to prevent further attacks.
