Ayomide Awe
The Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), South-West Zone, has honoured a veterinary expert and academic, Dr Rafiu Adebisi Kadir, for his contributions to veterinary medicine, academic development, public service and the growth of Nigeria’s poultry industry.
Kadir received the award of recognition at the 2026 Nigeria Poultry Show held on Wednesday at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library Complex, Abeokuta, Ogun State.
Presenting the award on behalf of the association, the Chairman of the Poultry Association of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter, Alhaji Olayinka Lawal, said Kadir was recognised for his positive contributions to the development of the poultry industry in Ogun State and beyond.
The award ceremony attracted prominent stakeholders in the veterinary and agricultural sectors, including Nigeria’s first female Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Maimuna Abdullahi Habib, and the Chairman of PAN South-West and National Vice-President of the association, Rev. Gideon Oluleye.
Kadir was honoured alongside other notable personalities in the agricultural and poultry industries.
They include Brent Babb, Executive Director, Global Soy Excellence Centers, U.S. Soybean Export Council; Engr. Yemi Ghazali Ajijolaiya, Chief Executive Officer of GS Agriculture (GS Farm); Olufemi Adelayo, Managing Director of Facco West Africa Limited; and Dr Yakub Olajide Basorun, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Rhyss Farm Limited.
Speaking after receiving the award, Kadir described the recognition as more than a personal achievement, saying it reflected the collective efforts of professionals and stakeholders working to advance Nigeria’s poultry industry.
In an acceptance letter dated October 26, 2026, the veterinary expert expressed appreciation to PAN South-West and the Central Working Committee of the Nigeria Poultry Show for finding him worthy of the honour.
“I want to sincerely appreciate the organisers of this great event, Nigeria Poultry Show, for this prestigious award and for finding me worthy of this honour,” he said.
He added, “I do not take this gesture for granted, and I pray that Almighty Allah will continue to strengthen the poultry industry and crown all your efforts with success.”
Kadir also pledged his continued support for initiatives aimed at strengthening the poultry industry and addressing challenges confronting agricultural enterprises in Nigeria.
With 34 years of professional experience spanning academia, public service and agribusiness, Kadir has built a career across veterinary practice, livestock management and academic development.
He is currently a lecturer at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Ilorin, where he contributes to the training of veterinary professionals.
Between 2006 and 2016, he served as the pioneer General Manager and Resident Doctor of Profundis Farms Nigeria Limited, Owode Egba, Ogun State, where he played a significant role in developing the company into an integrated poultry enterprise.
He is also the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Veterinary Centre, Oro, Kwara State, and a Fellow of the College of Veterinary Surgeons of Nigeria
Kadir obtained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, in 1992, and later earned a Master of Veterinary Science degree from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, in 2013.
The 2026 Nigeria Poultry Show, organised by PAN South-West, brought together poultry farmers, investors, researchers, government representatives and other industry stakeholders to examine opportunities and challenges facing the sector.
The exhibition, which has grown significantly since its inception, expanded from 18 exhibitors and fewer than 250 participants in 2000 to more than 45 exhibitors and 4,780 participants in 2018, attracting participants from Nigeria, other African countries and international markets.
This year’s edition was held under the theme, “Building a Sustainable and Resilient Poultry Industry in Challenging Times,” with discussions centred on strengthening the industry’s capacity to withstand economic pressures and other challenges affecting poultry production.
The organisers also set a target of achieving another major milestone for the exhibition by 2030.
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