The Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) operates under the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, focusing on safeguarding the country’s agricultural resources. Its primary mission is to prevent the entry, establishment, and spread of foreign pests and diseases that could threaten plant, animal, and aquatic resources. NAQS implements robust sanitary and phytosanitary measures tailored to the import and export of agricultural products, thus minimizing risks associated with agriculture, food safety, and environmental health.

The agency offers a variety of essential services, including animal quarantine inspections, health assessments for live animals such as cattle and pets, and plant quarantine measures to protect crops from invasive pests. Additionally, it oversees the quality assessment and certification of aquatic resources, ensuring compliance with international trade standards. NAQS is dedicated to promoting agricultural trade while enhancing the overall integrity of Nigeria’s agricultural sector. For inquiries, NAQS can be reached via email at [email protected] or by phone at +2348077778943.