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80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by melanch(m): 2:29pm On Sep 12
The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association has expressed concern that 80 per cent of the animals in the Borno zoo have been affected by flooding.

In a statement on Thursday, the President of the NVMA, Dr Moses Arokoyo, warned that if the animals are not properly cared for, there could be an outbreak of zoonotic diseases.

He urged all levels of government to prioritise the safety of animals, both in zoos and in the wild, impacted by the recent flooding in Borno State.

“According to reports, the heavy rains have not only displaced thousands of residents but have also impacted local wildlife and zoo animals in ways that demand urgent attention. The NVMA is mobilising its expertise and resources to support both human and animal victims of this natural disaster.

“The flood in Borno has caused devastation across communities, displacing families and causing widespread damage to properties and livelihoods.

“Among those affected are animals, particularly those in local zoos and wildlife safety zones, where their living conditions have been severely compromised. Reports indicate that 80% of the animals in the zoo have been victims of the flood, and many are now in distress, facing the risk of disease, injury, and malnutrition due to the flooding of their habitats,” the statement noted.

Dr Arokoyo emphasised that veterinarians have a dual responsibility, especially in this emergency, under the One-Health approach.

“Given the situation, our veterinarians in Borno State have been tasked with collaborating with local caretakers to provide all necessary assistance and expertise to ensure the safekeeping of our animals and protect the human populace.

“We aim to ensure that animals are promptly rescued from residential areas, receive emergency medical attention, and are given temporary shelter.

“We are ready to work alongside state and federal governments, as well as non-governmental organisations, to provide relief efforts. While our focus is on animal welfare, we are equally committed to supporting human healthcare initiatives, recognising that the health of our communities is closely linked to the health of animals in our environment.

“This disaster underscores the need for greater preparedness and preventive measures. We advocate for stronger disaster management policies that include clear protocols for animal welfare. Veterinarians have a key role in shaping these policies and ensuring that animals are not neglected during crises.”

He also highlighted the critical need, especially in light of global climate change, for each state to establish a rapid response team that includes veterinarians to manage such unexpected events and ensure the overall safety of Nigerian lives.

“The NVMA remains committed to alleviating the suffering caused by this tragedy and ensuring that humans and animals receive the care they desperately need.

“We stand in solidarity with the people and animals of Borno State,” the statement concluded.
Source: https://punchng.com/80-of-animals-in-borno-zoo-affected-by-flood-veterinarians/

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by donestk(m): 3:29pm On Sep 12
Nigeria has no mercy for both man and beast.

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Melagros(m): 3:36pm On Sep 12
COMRADES, animals are living their peaceful life in the bush or forests, you domesticated them in order to kill them, it is unfortunate

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by AntiMarxist: 3:37pm On Sep 12
Anthrax loading.

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by TinubuCriminal(f): 6:40pm On Sep 12
Happened after Tinubu's plane flew past there to China

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by concho(m): 6:40pm On Sep 12
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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Sonnobax15(m): 6:40pm On Sep 12
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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Softmirror: 6:41pm On Sep 12
This flood is really serious.

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by jeff1993: 6:41pm On Sep 12
Nnnn
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Softmirror: 6:41pm On Sep 12
TinubuCriminal:
Happened after Tinubu's plane flew past there to China

cry

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by GboyegaD(m): 6:42pm On Sep 12
Are we ever going to have solution to our flooding problems in Nigeria? I think it is high time we worked our system instead of leaving everything to God. I am convinced some clowns will call this the "Act of God" when it can be prevented.

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by blowjohn(m): 6:43pm On Sep 12
I hope they won't end up in pots with plenty onions and peppers
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by MANNABBQGRILLS: 6:44pm On Sep 12
So sad.

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Gadafii: 6:46pm On Sep 12
The victims have been offered bags of rice, they should hunt the animals and enjoy

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Ayobeck(m): 6:46pm On Sep 12
Animal take part in the evil of this country what a pity...poor animals
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Slymontee: 6:47pm On Sep 12
Could this be another form of terrorism? It's too much! May God intervene
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Akfrenzy(m): 6:49pm On Sep 12
grin
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by CondemnBattery(f): 6:53pm On Sep 12
Pathetic, though flooding is a natural disaster, most of these things can be mitigated via proper planning.
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Tarzan1979(m): 6:53pm On Sep 12
May God help and save the people of Bornu,it will also desplace the bandit,Boko Haram,etc,they will now be mingling with the populace.bornu be vigilant
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Professor443(m): 6:54pm On Sep 12
That someone hasn't been arrested for this level of recklessness , is enough to make a sane person worry about his life in these space

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by DIVINEEVIDENCE: 6:55pm On Sep 12
In saner climes, meteorologists will chart the course, velocity and impact of hurricanes and begin evacuating it's route months before it occurs.

But come to Africa, to Nigeria.
Professors everywhere with PhDs in geography and meteorology yet otu abụghị n'ezi.

Tufiakwa.

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Judolisco(m): 6:56pm On Sep 12
See borno looking better than some part of South South... Shame on Niger deltan leaders.... Dem jst dey use petroleum money to drink ogogoro... Especially delta and bayelsa... Shame

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by haybhi1(m): 7:00pm On Sep 12
It's such a hard life for Nigerians. It's tough
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Smartcitizen: 7:03pm On Sep 12
Tinubu is a very big CURSE to West Africa sincerely speaking.


😎😎😎😎😎

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Trueprophet91: 7:09pm On Sep 12
What happened?

Tarzan1979:
May God help and save the people of Bornu,it will also desplace the bandit,Boko Haram,etc,they will now be mingling with the populace.bornu be vigilant

You just took the words out of my mouth.
Who knows if this is not part of a grand plan?

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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Lanretoye(m): 7:17pm On Sep 12
Smartcitizen:
Tinubu is a very big CURSE to West Africa sincerely speaking.


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you sound like part of the animas affected, don’t worry FG will allocate billions for the treatment of you and other animals.
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by tishbite42: 7:26pm On Sep 12
Lol
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by CorrectionFLuid: 7:30pm On Sep 12
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Time to steal some deer. Count them as flood victims. Deer pepper soup loading.
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Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by SeriouslySense(m): 7:34pm On Sep 12
of precious stones and this is super story, super story super stolen

Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by Btruth: 7:35pm On Sep 12
God 🙏
Re: 80% Of Borno Zoo Animals Affected By Flood - Veterinarians Report by joshkke(m): 7:37pm On Sep 12
GOD please help everyone

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