The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), Zamfara chapter, has commended Gov. Dauda Lawal for implementing the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) for veterinary doctors in the state.
This is contained in a statement issued in Gusau on Thursday by the NVMA Chairman in the state, Dr Mukhtar Salihu-Anka.
The statement said: “The NVMA Zamfara chapter particularly appreciates Gov. Dauda Lawal for recognising the importance of veterinary services.”
It also lauded the governor for taking concrete steps to address longstanding concerns regarding appropriate remuneration and professional welfare of veterinary doctors in the state.
“We wish to express our profound appreciation and commendation to Gov. Dauda Lawal for approving and implementing the new CONMESS for veterinary doctors in the state.
“We believe that this development will boost staff morale, enhance productivity, and encourage veterinary doctors to continue rendering quality services to the people and livestock farmers of Zamfara,” it stated.
According to the statement, the implementation of the new salary scale is a significant milestone for the veterinary profession in Zamfara.
This, it added, demonstrated the state government’s commitment to staff welfare, professional recognition, and the strengthening of the livestock and animal health sector.
“Veterinary doctors play a critical role in safeguarding animal health, improving livestock productivity, protecting public health, controlling zoonotic diseases, ensuring food safety, and contributing to the economic development of the state,” it added.
