BETONG, February 20, 2022 — Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah today advised the rural folks to avoid hunting wild boars for now in the efforts to curb the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) to many parts of the state.
He said although the wild boar meat of the affected animal may be safe to eat, kitchen leftovers if feed to domestic pigs would affect them.
“We have seen the deadly effect in many places and longhouses statewide. The disease had greatly reduced the domestic pig population,” Uggah said.
He said the wild boars crossing the state from across the border have been found to spread ASF in Kapit and Limbang.
Uggah gave the advice when addressing the Kubal Ulu Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu sub-branch( ranting) triennial delegates meeting at Rumah Mendit Unsu in Penom, Ulu Paku in Spaoh near here.
He said for those whose livestock have not been affected, they should take all precautions to save them, including seeking the Veterinary Services Office for advice.
On politics, Uggah, who is also PBB deputy president, urged party members to take the necessary steps to further strengthen the state government anchor party.
“Let us, for instance, attract more 18-year olds and above to become members.
“Then our support base will be greatly enhanced,” he said.
He also said all grassroots leaders should not shy away from giving feedback to their elected representatives on the people ‘s expectations for development programmes and welfare assistance.
“We need the feedback to present to the state leaders.
“ The government is now prioritising income generating activities for rural folks through agricultural activities.
“ We also have programmes to assist those seeking welfare assistance,” he added.
Uggah thanked the voters of Bukit Saban constituency for giving him their strong support in the recent state election.
He said the opposition has tried to topple him by spreading lies, using character assassination tactics and allegations of nepotism and even vote buying.
But the voters, he said were not easily taken in as they could distinguish facts from lies.
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