GUIDELINES FOR REGISTRATION OF ANIMAL FEEDS MADE IN NIGERIA
Guideline · Governance
Guidelines establish registration requirements and quality standards for animal feeds manufactured in Nigeria. They target animal feed manufacturers, livestock farmers, and regulatory agencies. This ensures compliance with national and international standards to protect public health.
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines establishing the registration requirements and quality standards for animal feeds manufactured in Nigeria.
Who Does It Target?
Animal feed manufacturers, livestock farmers, and regulatory agencies.
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Strengthen regulatory and policy frameworks, improve public outcomes, and ensure compliance with national and international standards.
Key Features
Framework Standards: Establishes clear standards and guidelines Compliance and Oversight: Provides compliance and monitoring mechanisms Public Benefit: Designed to protect public interest and improve outcomes
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active/Under implementation or legislative consideration Coverage: Nationwide Lead Agency: Relevant Federal Ministry or Agency
How to Access
Implemented through relevant government agencies. Guidelines and compliance information available through the responsible ministry or agency.
Impact & Metrics
Strengthens institutional, legal, and regulatory capacity in the relevant sector.
Official Resources
Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: Relevant Federal Ministry/Agency, Abuja
Legal Framework
Issued under the regulatory powers of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) pursuant to the NAFDAC Act. Operates alongside the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Act 2015, the Animal Diseases (Control) Act (Cap A17 LFN 2004), the NAFDAC Veterinary Medicines Regulations, and the National Livestock Policy. Aligns with Codex Alimentarius standards on animal feeding practices and FAO guidelines on feed safety.