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VALEDICTORY SPEECH BY THE OUT GOING PRESIDENT OF THE VETERINARY COUNCIL OF NIGERIA (VCN), AIG AISHATU ABUBAKAR BAJU, DVM, Ph.D. NPOM, OON, mni ON MONDAY 3RD OF MARCH, 2025

Protocol, Distinguished members of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria, esteemed colleagues, and honored guests, ladies and gentlemen, good morning. I feel very honoured, delighted and privileged to address you today as I come to the end of my tenure as the 12 th President of the VCN. Today, I am filled with a sense of pride, gratitude, accomplishment and an absolute privilege to serve as the President of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria. I am honored to have had the opportunity to lead this esteemed organization and profession as the first female President of VCN. It was indeed a great journey in the last 5 years full of beautiful memories with great achievements but of course not without challenges. I want to thank you most sincerely for the trust and confidence you had in me to move our noble profession to this point. You will recall that we were elected as members of the Board by the Veterinary community, and I was subsequently elected as the President by my fellow Board members. ...
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Veterinary Council of Nigeria Honors Leaders with Building and Street Renaming at 118th RCM

Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant move to recognize and immortalize the contributions of esteemed leaders within the veterinary profession, the Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN) has announced the renaming of key buildings and streets within its premises. The honor was bestowed during the 118th Regular Council Meeting (RCM), marking a historic moment for the council and the veterinary community nationwide. The initiative aims to pay tribute to individuals who have made indelible marks on the VCN and the advancement of veterinary services in Nigeria. The recipients, a distinguished group of veterinarians, academics, and administrators, were celebrated for their dedication and service. The newly designated locations are as follows: Conference Room 1: Oba Dr. Kamoru A. O. Sansi Conference Room 2: Dr. Abubakar G. Lamorde Hall 1: AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju OON mni 1st Floor: Dr. Olusola O. Onoviran 2nd Floor: Dr. Kesley B. David-West 3rd Floor: Dr. Musa Goni 4th Floor: Dr. Jo...
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Historic Move: Veterinary Council of Nigeria Welcomes NAAHT President to Board, Signaling Unity and Progress

Abuja, Nigeria – March. 1st, 2025  – In a landmark decision poised to reshape the landscape of animal health in Nigeria, AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju, OON, mni, President of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN), has inducted Mr. Salihu Abubakar, National President of the Nigerian Association of Animal Health and Husbandry Technologists (NAAHHT), as a member of the VCN Board. This historic move marks a significant step towards fostering collaboration and addressing long-standing challenges within the nation's animal health system. The inclusion of the NAAHT President on the VCN Board has been eagerly anticipated by stakeholders across the sector. For years, the relationship between veterinarians and animal health technologists has faced complexities, leading to operational inefficiencies and hindering the optimal delivery of animal health services. This appointment is seen as a pivotal moment to bridge the gap, streamline operations, and drive sustainable growth. "This is a mo...
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SPEECH DELIVERED BY AIG AISHATU ABUBAKAR BAJU, DVM, PhD, FCVSN, NPOM, OON, mni, PRESIDENT, VETERINARY COUNCIL OF NIGERIA (VCN), AT THE OATH-TAKING CEREMONY OF THE GRADUATES OF THE FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF ABUJA, ON TUESDAY, 11TH FEBRUARY, 2025

Protocols Vice-Chancellor, distinguished members of the University management, esteemed faculty members, proud parents and guardians, invited guests, and most importantly, our brand new graduates Veterinary Doctors, It is with great honor and profound joy that I stand before you today at this 11th Oath-Taking Ceremony of the University of Abuja’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. This occasion holds special significance for me—not only as a celebration of your achievements but also as one of my final assignments as President of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN). There is no better place to conclude this journey than here, among the next generation of veterinary professionals at home. Being establishment in 1953, the Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN) is  the oldest regulatory body in the country, entrusted with ensuring excellence in the training and practice of veterinary medicine. Our mandate is clear: 1. Setting and maintaining high professional and ethical standards 2. ...
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Veterinary Council of Nigeria Mourns the Passing of Former President, Prof. Gabriel A. T. Ogundipe

It is with deep sadness that the Veterinary Council of Nigeria announces the passing of Professor Gabriel A. T. Ogundipe, a former President of the Council. Prof. Ogundipe passed away today, Monday, January 20, 2025. "We are deeply saddened by the loss of Prof. Ogundipe, a distinguished leader and an invaluable contributor to the veterinary profession in Nigeria. His dedication and service to the Council and the veterinary community will always be remembered," says  AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju, OON, mni, President of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria, Prof. Ogundipe's tenure as President of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria was marked by his commitment to advancing the profession and ensuring the highest standards of animal health and welfare. His leadership and vision left a lasting impact on the veterinary landscape in Nigeria. The Veterinary Council of Nigeria extends its heartfelt sympathies to Prof. Ogundipe's family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult t...
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VCN ELECTIONS - UPDATES FROM THE DESK OF THE AG. REGISTRAR, VETERINARY COUNCIL OF NIGERIA

Dear Veterinarians, This is to appreciate you all for the confidence reposed in the current Board Under the leadership of AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju OON, mni so far in enabling us to deliver on our mandate to the team of esteemed Veterinarians both at home and abroad. You all will recall that progressive veterinarians demanded the digitization of Veterinary activities and this was done by providing several cutting-edge technologies. So far, it's in use and we can only build on that to take our profession to the next level. As a build-up to this, the current Board also resolved to use an electronic voting system to enable all intending Veterinarians to express their candidature and as well exercise their franchise by casting their votes electronically anywhere in the world.  This of course will save a lot of stress and resources for everyone. To this end, a timetable was released and it's been followed judiciously to ensure a very credible Election. Let me say this very loud and...
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Veterinary Council of Nigeria Leads the Way in Digitization at the Pan-African Veterinary Statutory Body Exchange Meeting in Kenya

  AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju, mni, President of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria, Joins African Leaders in Veterinary Medicine to Discuss Para-professional Development and Collaboration NAIROBI, KENYA - In a landmark gathering of veterinary leaders from across Africa, AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju, mni, President of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN), participated in the Veterinary Statutory Body Exchange Meeting held in Nairobi. The meeting, hosted by the Kenyan Veterinary Board, brought together representatives from the South African Veterinary Council, Uganda Veterinary Board, African Veterinary Technicians Association, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to discuss critical issues relating to veterinary para-professionals and continuous professional development. Key Objectives of the Meeting: The meeting focused on three core objectives: Sharing Best Practices: Participants engaged in robust discussions, sharing experiences and best practices on the registratio...
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