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    About NVMA

    About NVMA

    The 1932 bi-annual conferences of Veterinarians in Nigeria were held by the then predominately British veterinary colonial officers. However, it was not until 1963 that the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association was formally established as a non-profit National Association of registered Veterinarians led by Dr. K. A. O. Sansi.

    The association was incorporated as a corporate body by the Corporate Affairs Commission during Dr. (Mrs.) L. H. Lombin led National Executive Council, in line with Companies and Allied Matters Decree No. 1 of 1990

    Our Vision & Mission

    Our Vision

    A professional body committed to best practices for the upliftment of life through ethical professional animal health services.

    Our Mission

    To have an association of professionals that will advance the education, science and art of veterinary medicine and production through advocacy, promotion of ethical standards and collaboration with other professionals.

    The Veterinary Oath

    01.

    The Oath

    As a member of the veterinary medical profession, I solemnly swear that I will use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society.

    I will strive to promote animal health and welfare, relieve animal suffering, protect the health of the public and environment, and advance comparative medical knowledge.

    I will practise my profession conscientiously, with dignity, and in keeping with the principles of veterinary medical ethics. I will strive continuously to improve my professional knowledge and competence and to maintain the highest professional and ethical standards for myself and the profession.

    Our Objectives

    1

    Ensure that the Veterinary Surgeons in Nigeria uphold the Ethics of the Veterinary Profession.

    2

    Advance the education and knowledge in Veterinary Science, technology and art of Veterinary Medicine, Public Health, Livestock Development and Production.

    3

    Promote all Veterinary activities aimed at the protection of animals against diseases, promotion of animal welfare and improve production.

    4

    Promote the control of Zoonoses.

    5

    Promote the enactment and the enforcement of laws and participate in legislative efforts that are beneficial to the Veterinary profession.

    6

    Educate the public on the Veterinary Profession and its activities.

    7

    Cooperate with and if necessary be represented at National and international organizations with similar objectives on matters relating to Veterinary medicine and livestock production.

    8

    Publish the Nigerian Veterinary Journal (NVJ) and other relevant publications of the Association.

    9

    Promote the welfare and protect the interest of members of the Association.

    10

    Establish a directory for Nigerian Veterinarians and to revise periodically and publish same every two years.

    11

    Protect the profession from quackery and encroachment into the practice of veterinary duties as defined by the Veterinary Surgeons Act CAP V3 and the Animal Diseases Control Act CAP A17 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 and any other relevant laws by non-veterinarians.

    12

    Engage in commercial activities consistent with other objectives of the Association.

    Join the Nigerian Veterinarians Medical Association

    Become part of a community dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine and promoting animal welfare across Nigeria. Membership offers professional development, networking, and resources to enhance your practice.