Veterinary Council of Nigeria

  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...

The Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN) announces that the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Benin, has been denied accreditation. This decision follows a recent comprehensive assessment by the VCN, which found the faculty falling short of the required standards for veterinary education in Nigeria. Consequences of this Decision Halt on Graduation: The VCN will not induct any graduates from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Benin until the faculty achieves the required standards and is granted accreditation. Suspension of Admissions: The faculty is prohibited from admitting new students until accreditation is obtained. Student Relocation: Current students will be relocated to other accredited veterinary faculties in Nigeria to ensure the continuation of their studies. Potential Loss of Academic Progress: Students may face a potential loss of an academic year due to the identified deficiencies in the program. VCN's Commitment to Upholding Standar...

Abuja, Nigeria – AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju, mni, President of the Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN), hosted members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) at the Council's headquarters in Abuja during the 10th Annual Meeting of the ECOWAS Regional Animal Health Networks. The meeting, which was held on the 14th of November 2024, brought together stakeholders from across the ECOWAS region to discuss critical issues related to animal health and regional integration. President Baju successfully rallied support for prioritizing regional collaboration and reciprocity to enhance animal health standards across member states. Attendees were particularly impressed by the VCN's progress in digitizing key operational sectors, demonstrating Nigeria's commitment to modernizing veterinary services and improving animal welfare. Dr. Vivian Iwar, Executive Director of the ECOWAS Regional Animal Health Centre, highlighted the meeting's two main objectives: Increased...