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Name: Dr. Chukwudi Okafor
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +234 801 234 5678
Address: Lagos, Nigeria

A dedicated and experienced Veterinarian with over a decade of expertise in clinical practice, animal health management, and public health initiatives across Nigeria Lagos. Specializing in both small animal and large livestock care, I am committed to promoting zoonotic disease control, improving agricultural productivity through veterinary science, and advancing community welfare in urban and rural areas of Nigeria. My work in Lagos has focused on addressing the unique challenges of a densely populated metropolis with a growing demand for pet care services, as well as supporting the critical livestock sector that sustains local food security.

Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM)
University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Graduated: 2010
Relevant Coursework: Pathology, Parasitology, Preventive Medicine, Animal Nutrition

MSc in Public Health (with a focus on Zoonotic Diseases)
University of Lagos, Nigeria
Graduated: 2013
Thesis: "Epidemiological Analysis of Rabies Outbreaks in Urban Lagos"

Veterinary Officer
Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture, Nigeria
January 2015 – Present
- Supervise the implementation of vaccination programs for livestock in collaboration with local communities.
- Conduct regular health inspections at abattoirs and poultry farms to ensure compliance with sanitary standards.
- Provide technical guidance to farmers on disease prevention, including foot-and-mouth disease and Newcastle disease.
- Collaborate with the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Council (NVMeC) on training programs for rural veterinarians.

Senior Veterinarian
Lagos Animal Care Clinic
March 2012 – December 2014
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of domestic animals, including dogs, cats, and small exotics.
- Educate pet owners on preventive care, nutrition, and parasite control tailored to Lagos’s climate.
- Lead the clinic’s initiative to reduce the spread of zoonotic diseases through community outreach programs.

Research Assistant
Nigerian Institute of Animal Production (NIAP), Vom
June 2010 – February 2012
- Assisted in studies on improving livestock productivity in the savanna region of Nigeria.
- Analyzed data on parasitic infections affecting cattle and developed cost-effective treatment protocols.

• Expertise in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases common to Nigeria Lagos (e.g., rabies, anthrax, and trypanosomiasis).
• Proficient in using veterinary software for record-keeping and disease tracking.
• Certified in emergency animal care and first aid for pets and livestock.
• Fluent in English, with basic proficiency in Yoruba and Hausa for community engagement.
• Strong communication skills to educate clients on animal health practices tailored to Lagos’s urban environment.

Nigerian Veterinary Medical Council (NVMeC) License
Registered Veterinarian, No. VET/012345
Valid until: 2030

Advanced Training in Zoonotic Disease Management
World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre, Nigeria
Completed: 2018

• Member, Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA)
• Member, International Society for Animal Diseases (ISAD)
• Volunteer, Lagos Animal Welfare Society (LAWS)

"Lagos Livestock Health Monitoring System"
Funded by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Nigeria
Duration: 2019–2021
- Developed a digital platform to track livestock health data across Lagos’s informal markets.
- Collaborated with local veterinarians to reduce disease outbreaks through early detection.

"Community-Based Rabies Vaccination Campaigns"
Partnered with the Lagos State Government and WHO
Duration: 2016–2018
- Organized free vaccination drives in high-risk neighborhoods, reducing rabies cases by 40%.

• Okafor, C. (2019). "Zoonotic Disease Surveillance in Urban Nigeria: A Lagos Case Study." *Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology*, 15(3), 45–58.
• Okafor, C. & Nwosu, B. (2017). "Parasitic Infections in Livestock: Impact on Food Security in Lagos." *Nigerian Agricultural Journal*, 34(2), 112–125.

Available upon request. Contact Dr. Chukwudi Okafor at [email protected] or +234 801 234 5678.

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