President Buhari Assents To Bill On Animal Diseases Control

President Muhammadu Buhari has assented to bills on Animal Diseases Control and the establishment of a Police Academy in Wudil, Kano State passed by the National Assembly.

In a message, Presidential Spokesperson, Garba Shehu said the new Acts include:

ANIMAL DISEASES (CONTROL) ACT, 2022

This Act repeals the Animal Diseases (Control) Act, Cap. A17, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 and enacts the Animal Diseases (Control) Act for the purpose of prevention, detection, control and eradication of infectious and contagious transboundary and zoonotic animal diseases, prevention of antimicrobial resistance through the control and regulation of the use and administration of veterinary biologics, veterinary medicinal products and chemicals in animals, animal products, medicated animal feeds, sales and distribution of pet foods, veterinary medical devices, other veterinary products, and for the enhancement of animal welfare and food safety.