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Federal College of Animal Health and Production
Technology, Vom (FCAHPT)
Location
National Veterinary Research Institute, Vom (NVRI), P.M.B 05, Jos-South L.G.A, Jos, Plateau, Nigeria
Website
www.fcahptvom.gov.ngfcahptvomvet@gmail.com
Phone
08053153651
OVERVIEW
Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Vom is a pioneering institution in veterinary education in West Africa. Established in 1941 as Veterinary School Vom, it has evolved into a leading institution for training middle-level manpower in animal health and production technology.
Our Vision
To be the foremost Institution in Africa with qualified professionals to train and produce internationally recognized middle level manpower equipped with knowledge, skills and attitudes in Animal Health, Production and Extension services.
Our Mission
To provide middle level technical manpower in Animal Health and Production Technology and related disciplines
To enable effective utilization of acquired knowledge in livestock farm management
To produce extension staff capable of bridging the gap between Agro-Veterinary Research and livestock farmers
Our Mandate
Training of middle level manpower in:
. Animal Health
. Animal Production
. Livestock Extension/Management Services
. Vocational Training with focus on effective farm establishment and management
Historical Significance
First Higher Institution in West Africa to produce graduate Veterinary Surgeons before Nigeria's first university
Pioneering role in training middle level veterinary manpower for African countries (1947-1962)
Served countries including Cameroons, Liberia, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Gambia, Ethiopia, and Sudan
Academic Affiliations
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi State (ATBU)
Research Focus Areas
Ethno-veterinary practices in Nigeria
Identification and characterization of medicinal plants
Integration of traditional practices in livestock health
Endemic animal disease control and prevention
Development of flavonoids for poultry and livestock production
Legacy Impact
The institution maintains its historical significance while adapting to modern challenges in animal health and production technology, continuing its role as a crucial institution for veterinary education in Africa.
Pioneer in veterinary education in West Africa
Significant contribution to regional veterinary capacity building
Continuous development of middle-level technical expertise in animal health
Bridge between research institutions and livestock farmers
Development of sustainable livestock management practices
Leadership
Provost/CEO: Dr. Jude Obi Okpara
. Research interests: Ethno-veterinary practices, medicinal plants in folkloric medicine, livestock health improvement
Deputy Provost: Dr. Yerima Jabil Irmiya
Registrar: Dr. Joseph Damulak Banwa
Acting Bursar: Mr. Ilya Ganah Lamorde
College Librarian: Mr. Hundu Tivlumun Jacob
Location
National Veterinary Research Institute, Vom (NVRI), P.M.B 05, Jos-South L.G.A, Jos, Plateau, Nigeria
Website
www.fcahptvom.gov.nghttps://www.fcahptvom.gov.ng
Phone
08053153651