Dr. Clement Meseko

Dr. Clement Meseko is a leading veterinary research officer at the National Veterinary Research Institute in Nigeria, specializing in veterinary virology and zoonotic diseases. A pioneer in One Health research in West Africa, he has conducted groundbreaking studies on avian influenza and other animal origin viruses with pandemic potential.

His work has been instrumental in strengthening Nigeria’s capacity to detect and respond to zoonotic disease outbreaks at the human-animal interface. He collaborates extensively with international research institutions and health organizations to advance surveillance and control of emerging infectious diseases across Africa. His dedication to bridging veterinary and human medicine makes him a critical voice in global pandemic preparedness and One Health policy discussions.