Saheed Ahmed, a final-year veterinary student at the University of Ibadan (UI), has been named the World’s Best Veterinary Student by the World Veterinary Association (WVA).
The National Orientation Agency announced this in a statement on Thursday.
The award recognises Ahmed’s academic achievements, leadership qualities, and commitment to community service.
Ahmed’s prize package, the NOA said, includes a €5,000 cash award and an all-expenses-paid trip to the 2025 World Veterinary Congress in Washington, DC.
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Ahmed previously served as the National President of the International Veterinary Students’ Association in Nigeria.
Beyond his immediate academic and professional pursuits, NOA said Ahmed is passionate about mentorship, aiming to inspire and guide the next generation of African professionals in the field.
His accomplishment, the agency added, has earned him the distinction of being this week’s Nigerian of the Week.
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Ahmed’s global focus, NOA said, will now shift to critical areas such as global health, One Health, and combating antimicrobial resistance.
The “World’s Best Veterinary Student” title is part of the WVA Global Veterinary Awards organised by the WVA in collaboration with partners like Ceva Santé Animale and the International Veterinary Students’ Association (IVSA).
This award is periodic, typically presented annually.
The WVA Global Veterinary Awards aim to recognise outstanding contributions across various categories, including One Health, medicines stewardship, animal welfare, and veterinary education.
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It then has a specific award dedicated to a promising veterinary student.
