First-Time Presence of African Swine Fever Virus Genotype II in Nigeria
Adeyinka Adedeji, Pam Dachung Luka, Rebecca B. Atai, Toyin Olubade, Dupe Arinola Hambolu, Mary A. Ogunleye, Vincent B. Muwanika, Charles Masembe
Abstract
A confirmed African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in Nigeria was further investigated by partial sequencing of B464L and E183L genes of the ASF virus (ASFV). Results revealed the first-time presence of ASFV genotype II in Nigeria and West Africa. This finding has serious implications for control measures and food security.
Topics & Concepts
African swine fever virusGenotypeAfrican swine feverOutbreakVirologyVirusBiologyGeneVeterinary medicineMedicineGeneticsAnimal Disease Management and EpidemiologyVector-Borne Animal DiseasesViral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology