₦airaland Forum

Jigawa State has made genotype testing compulsory for all intending couples as part of efforts to reduce cases of sickle cell disease.

According to Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, the decision is one of several made by the State Executive Council, which also approved major spending on water supply, education and flood control.

he said Jigawa State Government has approved a new law making genotype testing compulsory for anyone planning to get married.

The move, aimed at reducing sickle cell cases, will require intending couples to present medical reports before they are granted marriage clearance by religious, traditional or civil authorities.

The decision follows a proposal by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development and is part of wider efforts to improve public health in the state.

mejetov422:
Cool way to go, but there are more things we can focus on

mejetov422:
Cool way to go, but there are more things we can focus on

mejetov422:
Cool way to go, but there are more things we can focus on

mejetov422:
Cool way to go, but there are more things we can focus on

Sapeleboy911:
This is a good one I must say. Other states should do the same. Mandatory DNA test at child's birth should follow, please.

Ferdinandu:
We need this nationwide. Because some people are still 21st century fools