18 cows die after grazing on fumigated farmland

Eighteen cows have died after allegedly grazing on chemically fumigated farmland in Vwei community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

According to security analyst, Zagozola Makama, local sources reported that the incident occurred around 12 noon on Wednesday when the cattle, owned by Dan’azumi Haruna, strayed onto the treated farmland.

Seven of the affected cows were reportedly slaughtered due to contamination concerns, while 11 others died on the spot.

Fifteen additional cattle, also exposed to the chemicals, are currently undergoing treatment, the source added.