The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, has handed over newly constructed Veterinary Primary Health Centres to the governments of Lagos and Ogun State as part of efforts to strengthen animal healthcare delivery and improve livestock productivity across the country.
The Veterinary Primary Health Centre located in Epe was officially handed over on May 13, 2026, to the Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, while the facility in Ijebu Igbo was handed over earlier on May 5, 2026, to the Ogun State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security through the Assistant Director of Veterinary Services.
The projects were executed under the Federal Government’s initiative to establish 774 Veterinary Primary Health Centres across all Local Government Areas nationwide.
Speaking during the handover ceremony in Epe, the Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, represented by the Director of Animal Health and Reproductive Services, Dr. Alao Mitchell, said the initiative was designed to bring animal healthcare services closer to livestock farmers, improve disease surveillance, prevention and control and enhance rural livelihoods.
He noted that the facilities would strengthen veterinary service delivery, improve livestock production and contribute to national food security.
The Minister also appreciated the support and facilitation provided by Hon. Olawale Raji Elerinwhe toward the successful delivery of the Epe project.
The modern veterinary facilities are equipped with consultation and treatment rooms, laboratories, administrative offices, storage facilities, water supply, electricity and perimeter fencing.
The handover ceremonies were attended by government officials, veterinary professionals, traditional rulers, community representatives, livestock stakeholders and members of the press from both states.
