📑 Savannah Veterinary Journal (SVJ) 📑

A Publication of Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
University of Ilorin

Savannah Veterinary Journal (SVJ) is a peer reviewed journal in various fields of veterinary medicine, animal production and health, comparative medicine and related biomedical sciences with two issues per year.

Now embracing “PUBLISH AS YOU GO” — Continuous Publication

Why wait for a complete issue?
Savannah Veterinary Journal is moving toward a faster, more dynamic model of scholarly communication where accepted and fully processed articles can be published online as soon as they are ready, rather than waiting for a traditional volume or issue to be completed.

🔬 What this means for authors:

  • Faster visibility of your research
  • Publication immediately after editorial processing and production
  • No need to wait for the next issue
  • Each article receives its own DOI and permanent online record
  • Your research becomes accessible to the global veterinary and biomedical community sooner
  • Articles remain fully citable and discoverable as soon as possible

Publish or Perish & Prosper — the fastest finger claims the innovation. The little delay between acceptance and publication suffices for others to beat you to the finish line and lay claim to the associated intellectual property. (THIS HAS BEEN REMOVED WITH SVJ)

📚 Scope includes:
Veterinary Medicine • Animal Health • Animal Production • Veterinary Public Health • Comparative Medicine • Biomedical Sciences • One Health • Livestock and Poultry Research • Aquaculture and related fields.

🌍 Publish your research. Share your findings. Advance veterinary science.

👉 Submit your manuscript and let your research go live as soon as it is ready. https://www.savannahveterinaryjournal.com.ng/
mesvj@unilorin.edu.ng

Managing Editor: Dr SD Ola-Fadunsin
Editor-in-Chief: Prof KA Raheem

Current Issue:

2026, Vol. 9, Issue 1

Published Articles

1 . Molecular detection of Newcastle disease virus in 3-weeks old broiler chickens in Kaduna State
Abubakar, A., Usman, M.S., Aliyu, H.B., Sa`idu, L., Esievo, E.M. and Lawal, F.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 1-5, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2022.160
Date Published Online: Apr-23-2026

2 .

Histopathological and liver function perturbations following single and         combined exposure of male rats to Dimethoate and Cypermethrin: Ameliorative      effects of selenium


Ramon-Yusuf, S.B. and Oladele S.B.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 6-13, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2025.296
Date Published Online: Apr-25-2026

3 .

Insights into the biochemical, hematological and histological changes induced by bisphenol A exposure in adult male African catfish (Clarias gariepinus)


Asenuga, E.R., Olajuyigbe, F.M., Akinmoladun, A.C. and Fasakin, E.A.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 14-22, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2025.287
Date Published Online: Apr-25-2026

4 . Performance and nutrient digestibility of broiler starter chickens fed graded level of gritted cassava meal based diets
Olatunde, A.O., Fatokun, B.O., Ameen, S.A., Nyenti, B.P., Furo, N.A., Ameen, K.K., Ogbu, S. and Meduna, N.P.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 23-27, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.302
Date Published Online: Apr-25-2026

5 .

Lycopene modulates haematological parameters and neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio of the African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) reared in plastic tanks


Adah, A.S., Olatunde, A.O., Adah, D.A. and Folorunsho, A.A.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 28-32, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.303
Date Published Online: Apr-25-2026

6 .

Effect of methanolic extract of Curcuma longa on biochemical and haematological parameters of Nigerian indigenous dogs


Ambali, H.M., Nyenti, B.P., Romkalilu, F.A., Ambali, R.T. and Ameen, S.A.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 33-39, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.306
Date Published Online: Apr-25-2026

7 .

Evaluation of different baits used in Centre for Disease Control light trap (Model 1012) for sampling mosquitoes in poultry farms in Peninsular Malaysia


Gimba, F.I., Zakaria, A., Lee, C.L., Sani, R.A., Babjee, S.M.A., Ola-Fadunsin, S.D., Abdullah, D.A., Alkateb, Y.N.M. and Sharma, R.S.K.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 40-47, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.301
Date Published Online: Apr-29-2026

8 . Epidemiology of diseases among goats in Sokoto State: A retrospective study from 2021 to 2023
Abdulrasheed, A., Faisal, B., Wamakko, H.H., Abdulrasheed, A., Sani, N. and Tukur, H.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 48-55, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2025.289
Date Published Online: Apr-29-2026

9 .

Outbreak of Infectious Bursal Disease in ISA Brown Chickens in Jos, Nigeria: A Case Report


Ogundipe, E.B., Sati, N.M., Samson, M., Ifende, V.I., Laleye, A.T. and Sugun, M.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 56-60, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2024.253
Date Published Online: May-15-2026

10 .

Heavy Metal Contamination of Fish, Water, and Soil from Abandoned Mining Ponds in Jos, Nigeria and Human Health Risk Assessment


Idoga, E.S., Olugbodi, T.J., Idoga. I.A., Nnadi, U.P., Okoro, P. and Uchendu, C.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 61-70, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.315
Date Published Online: May-18-2026

11 .

Effects of Persea americana on parasitaemia and some blood parameters in Plasmodium berghei-Infected mice


Okeke, O.A., Ifejika, O.C., Ndinyelum, O.M., Ochonogor, C.M., Imakwu, C.A., Ndubuisi, C.F., Anyamene, B.I., Nwafe, C.N., Ibekwe, O.B. and Nwankwo, I.C.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 71-76, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.307
Date Published Online: Jun-05-2026

12 .

Morphometric Evaluation of Intestinal Helminths of Local and Exotic Domestic Chickens (Galus galus domestica) in Zuru, Kebbi State, Nigeria


Konto, M., Vungmo, D.N., Kyari, F., Haruna, M. and Shettima, Y.M.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 77-82, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.318
Date Published Online: Jul-07-2026

13 .

Clinical Management of Proteus-Infected Cloacal Prolapse in an Adult Female Black-Necked Spitting Cobra (Naja nigricollis)


Yakubu, A., Ogbuagu, N.E., Sani, A.A. and Yusuf, P.O.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 83-85, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.309
Date Published Online: Jul-18-2026

14 .

Physiological Buffer Capacity of Banana Pseudo-Stem Fluid on Erythrocytes of Camel, Cattle, Sheep, Goat, Rats, Mice and Chicken


Mahre, M.B., Umaru, B. and Dadi, T.M.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 86-92, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.321
Date Published Online: Aug-18-2026

15 .

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding rabies and dog bite management among rural residents in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria: A one health cross-sectional evaluation


Adetunji, V.E., Abiodun, T.T., Amusa, A.O. and Alarape, S.A.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 93-100, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2025.295
Date Published Online: Aug-27-2026

16 . Neuroendocrine Mechanisms Linking Suckling to Postpartum Anoestrus and Ovulation Suppression in Cows
Ornguga, N. and Tankina, J.U.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 101-109, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.319
Date Published Online: Oct-02-2026

17 . Assessment of Hematological and Endocrine Profiles as Predictors of Reproductive Performance in West African Dwarf Does in Zuru, Kebbi State, Nigeria
Tiamiyu, A.A., Ahmad, A.A., Mahuta, M.M., Yakubu, U.S., Esievo, L.O., Bulus, R. and Uchendu, C.N.
Savannah Veterinary Journal, 9(2026): 110-116, 2026
Abstract |     PDF |     doi: https//:doi.10.36759/svj.2026.335
Date Published Online: Oct-02-2026


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