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World Zoonoses Day
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Zoonoses: More than a Health Sector problem

Written by Dr. Samuel Akpan Zoonoses are diseases that are transmissible between humans and animals and vice-versa. According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report, over 75% of emerging infectious

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WHO declares Nigeria Polio-free

On June 18, 2020, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared Nigeria free of wild polio, following the completion of documentation for the free status. This documentation was accepted and certified

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Hassan Alaka

Veterinary Consultant needed for ILRI CPD Program

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and the Ethiopian Veterinary Association (EVA) seeks to recruit a consultant to advise on the structure of a Continued Professional Development program for veterinary professionals

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Is your Suya Safe to Eat?

By Samuel Akpan and Kikiope Oluwarore Spiced and skewered meat, locally known as “Suya” is a delicacy well-loved and enjoyed in Nigeria and parts of Africa. It can be made

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