Indonesian envoy inspects cows for artificial insemination, sensitises Fulani communities on project in Kebbi

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By El-Yakub Dabai, Birnin Kebbi

The Indonesian Ambassador to Nigeria, AVM Dr. Usra Hendra Harahap, has interacted with Fulani communities and inspected many cows in Kebbi State as part of preparations for the commencement of an artificial insemination and embryo transfer program.

The Ambassador, accompanied by a technical team, visited key locations, including Sabon Garin Goru, Bango Mashekarin Dr. Amina, Unguwar Gagga, and the Livestock Investigation and Breeding Centre (LIBC) in Bulasa.

He also assessed facilities as well as interacted directly with the Fulani communities, who warmly welcomed the delegation and the program.

Speaking to the communities, the Commissioner for Animal Health and Fisheries, Kabiru Usman Alaramma highlighted the significance of the program, a direct outcome of Governor Nasir Idris’ recent visit to Indonesia.

“The Governor emphasized Kebbi’s vast livestock population during his visit, leading to this agricultural innovation being introduced to the state,” he said.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Sani Aliyu, further explained the benefits of the program, noting that it would enhance the quantity and quality of milk production besides livestock improvement, ultimately boosting the economic well-being of Fulani herders and the society at large.

The Indonesian Ambassador expressed his satisfaction with the visit: “We are very happy to see the quality of cows here. They are suitable for insemination and will greatly benefit the Fulani communities by improving livestock quality and productivity,” he said.

Experts from Indonesia and the Ministry of Animal Health, Husbandry and Fisheries briefed the Fulani communities on the program, emphasizing its potential to transforming meat and milk production in the state.

At the Livestock Investigation and Breeding Centre in Bulasa, the Ambassador inspected facilities provided by the Kebbi State Government and commended the high number of veterinary professionals supporting the initiative.

Fulani leaders, including Dikko Yalli of Sabon Garin Goru, Alhaji Garba Dan Umaru of Bango Mashekarin Dr. Amina, and Dikko Aliyu of Unguwar Gagga, expressed their gratitude to Governor Nasir Idris for introducing the program and to the Indonesian Ambassador for his support. They assured the delegation of their readiness, noting the availability of thousands of cows for the program.