Imo Denies Outbreak Of Bird Flu

IMO State Government has dismissed rumour of presence of the dreaded
avian influenza or bird flu in the state.

Fielding questions from journalists, Imo State Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Mrs. Lilian Asuzu, said
after a thorough search by the state government utilizing experts in
the 27 local councils, there was no discovery or trace of the disease
in any farm.

She urged all Imo people to be vigilant and go about their businesses,
adding, "There is no outbreak of bird flu disease in Imo State.
Everywhere has been checked."

Also speaking, the Director of Veterinary Services, Dr. Irene Chima,
said after checking all nooks and crannies, there was no such case so
far, adding that the department was maintaining a close watch and
monitoring of all borders in the state to forestall any such case
entering the state.

She said the parastatal was ensuring that the international best
practices, relevant laws, regulations and professional ethics were
observed in the area.
--VOFNImo