National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), Vom
Location
P.M.B 01, Vom, Jos South, Plateau State, Nigeria
Website
www.nvri.gov.ngedvr@nvri.gov.ng
Phone
+234 905 877 7764
OVERVIEW
The National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI) is Nigeria's premier institute for veterinary research and vaccine production. Established in 1924 as a Veterinary Laboratory in Vom, following devastating Rinderpest outbreaks that decimated cattle populations in West Africa. The institute has evolved into a cornerstone of veterinary medicine and research in Africa, producing up to 120 million doses of vaccines annually.
Our Vision
To be the Apex Veterinary Research Institute in Africa driven by excellence in Research, Diagnosis, Vaccine Development and Production
Our Mission
To conduct research, disease surveillance, diagnosis, development and production of vaccines and biological for the control of animal and zoonotic disease, applying modern technology based on international best practices.
Our Mandate
1. Conduct research into all aspects of animal diseases, their Treatment and Control
2. Develop and Produce animal Vaccines, Sera and Biological to meet National demand
3. Provide Surveillance and Diagnosis of animal diseases
4. Introduce Exotic Stock for improved egg, meat and milk production
5. Provide Extension Services to poultry and livestock farmers
6. Train intermediate Manpower in Veterinary Laboratory Technology and Animal Health and Production Technology
Core Values
Excellence, Integrity, Networking & Collaboration, and Accountability.
Facilities and Infrastructure
23 Outstation Laboratories nationwide
Vaccine Production Facilities
Diagnostic Laboratories
Research Facilities
Training Centers
Extension Service Units
Key Objectives
Enhance disease surveillance and diagnosis across Nigeria
Develop and produce high-quality vaccines for livestock
Conduct cutting-edge research in veterinary medicine
Provide comprehensive extension services to farmers
Build capacity in laboratory diagnosis and animal health
Research Focus
NVRI conducts research across various areas including:
. Zoonotic diseases (Mpox, COVID-19, Lassa Fever)
. Livestock diseases (African Swine Fever, Foot-and-Mouth Disease)
. Vaccine development and production
. Disease surveillance and diagnosis
. Animal health and production technology
National and International Collaborations
NVRI maintains active partnerships with:
World Health Organization (WHO)
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
London School of Hygiene
Fleming Fund in collaboration with UK Aid
Training and Consultancy
The institute offers training in:
Laboratory diagnosis
Animal health and production technology
Community animal health work
Veterinary laboratory technology
Extension services
Recent Achievements
Development and production of up to 120 million doses of livestock vaccines annually
Establishment of 23 outstation laboratories for nationwide disease surveillance
Recognition as National Reference Laboratory for Rabies
Designation as Regional Laboratory for HPAI
Accreditation by International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO 17025: 2017)
Impact Areas
200 communities directly impacted via agricultural training
2,000 farmers reached through agricultural inputs
65 institutional publications in three years
57 project/program publications
Multiple international recognitions and certifications
NVRI continues to be a leading force in veterinary research and vaccine production in Africa, contributing significantly to animal health, food security, and public health safety.
Leadership
Director/Chief Executive: Dr. Maryam Muhammad
Director Production: Dr. Nicholas Douglas Nwankpa
Director Research: Dr. Sati Ngulunku
Director, Planning: Mosun E. Ogedengbe
Director Quality Assurance: Dr. Ogo Isaac Ndudim
Director Diagnostic and Extension: Dr. Bashir Bolajoko
Location
P.M.B 01, Vom, Jos South, Plateau State, Nigeria
Website
www.nvri.gov.ngedvr@nvri.gov.ng
Phone
+234 905 877 7764