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This progress reflects the dedication of thousands of frontline workers and the powerful collaboration between , , , , ,...
15/10/2025

This progress reflects the dedication of thousands of frontline workers and the powerful collaboration between , , , , , , and others—all united to reach over 106 million children.

These results show strong momentum—Nigeria is on track to reach the ambitious target of 106 million children. With just ...
15/10/2025

These results show strong momentum—Nigeria is on track to reach the ambitious target of 106 million children. With just a few days to go, for the first phase, every dose counts and every child matters.





📊 Progress as of 15 Oct 2025—a major milestone:✅29.2M children (9mo–14yrs) vaccinated with Measles-Rubella✅19.1M childre...
15/10/2025

📊 Progress as of 15 Oct 2025—a major milestone:
✅29.2M children (9mo–14yrs) vaccinated with Measles-Rubella
✅19.1M children (0–59mo) vaccinated with nOPV2
✅1.16M persons treated for NTDs
✅ 806K children received additional Routine Immunization antigens
✅4.7K persons received malaria chemoprophylaxis





Nigeria’s largest-ever integrated health campaign is in full motion—aiming to reach 106 million children with lifesaving...
15/10/2025

Nigeria’s largest-ever integrated health campaign is in full motion—aiming to reach 106 million children with lifesaving vaccines and treatments. From towns to schools to clinics, the momentum is building.





From the pulpit to the pews, and from the minbar to the community—faith leaders in Ekiti are stepping up for child healt...
15/10/2025

From the pulpit to the pews, and from the minbar to the community—faith leaders in Ekiti are stepping up for child health. With and partners’ support:
🔹 The Women Wing of Christian Association of Nigeria (WOWICAN) mobilized mothers to protect children with routine immunization & measles rubella vaccines
🔹 Mosque-based advocacy reached 300+ worshippers with lifesaving messages on immunization Faith leaders remain powerful allies in building trust, dispelling myths, and ensuring no child is left behind.



In Ekiti State, and partners worked with traditional leaders to strengthen support for the measles rubella vaccine roll...
15/10/2025

In Ekiti State, and partners worked with traditional leaders to strengthen support for the measles rubella vaccine rollout, routine immunization, and disease surveillance.

🔹 60 Traditional rulers engaged in Ijero-Ekiti
🔹 57 Traditional rulers engaged in Ido-Ekiti
🔹 40+ Obas mobilized across the state

With royal endorsement from His Royal Majesty, community support is secured—ensuring every child is protected against measles and rubella.



Every child counts—and no one should be left behind. In Ekiti State, supported government efforts to strengthen the mea...
15/10/2025

Every child counts—and no one should be left behind. In Ekiti State, supported government efforts to strengthen the measles rubella vaccine rollout through comprehensive capacity building.

🔹 749 team supervisors trained to guide implementation
🔹 177 ward-level microplans operation planning developed for effective delivery
🔹 Immunization and Vaccines Accountability Committee (IVAC) Local Government Area Technical Assistants in Ado-Ekiti, Ido Osi & Moba trained to lead field-level planning and improve routine immunization performance

With these investments by donors like , health workers are better equipped to protect children with life-saving vaccines—bringing us closer to a future where every child is safe from measles and rubella.

The newly appointed WHO Country Representative for Nigeria, , submitted his credentials to , Hon. Minister of Foreign Af...
15/10/2025

The newly appointed WHO Country Representative for Nigeria, , submitted his credentials to , Hon. Minister of Foreign Affairs: Amb. .

reaffirmed ’s unwavering dedication to partnering with to accelerate progress toward and deliver through key priorities:

• Sustainable Health Financing & Domestic Investments
• Primary Health Care & Universal Health Coverage
• Emergency Preparedness & Health Security
• Data & Digital Transformation
• Innovation & Local Manufacturing
• Multisectoral Policies for &Health diplomacy

As he begins his tenure, aims to deepen collaboration with , , , , and State Governments and partners, ensuring WHO’s support remains impact-focused, data-driven, and aligned with Nigeria’s national priorities.

The Hon. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf M. Tuggar, underscored the need to strengthen local manufacturing, noting that the COVID-19 pandemic was a vital reminder of the importance of vaccine production and self-reliance.

Nigeria is strengthening its response. with support from , & is convening a 5-day workshop to update case management ...
15/10/2025

Nigeria is strengthening its response.

with support from , & is convening a 5-day workshop to update case management guidelines & develop a national home-based care protocol to ensure:

✅ Safer care at home & in facilities
✅ Reduced community spread
✅ Stronger preparedness

World Health Organization Nigeria & are working together to update guidelines, develop safe home-based care options, and build stronger referral & data systems.

This will mean:
🔹 Harmonized care nationwide
🔹 Reduced household transmission
🔹 Better protection for communities

, welcomes New Country Representative: Dr. Pavel Ursu Presents Credentials to Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe W...
14/10/2025

, welcomes New Country Representative: Dr. Pavel Ursu Presents Credentials to Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The World Health Organization (WHO) is pleased to announce the appointment of
as the new WHO Representative to Nigeria, following the formal presentation of his credentials to the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 14 October 2025.

Read more: https://bit.ly/48ZmR92

Hear the statements from the stakeholders at the Launch"If we succeed, Nigeria will not only safeguard its children bu...
14/10/2025

Hear the statements from the stakeholders at the Launch

"If we succeed, Nigeria will not only safeguard its children but also inspire the world."

Yusuf Yusufari
Deputy Director, Immunization and Disease Control, Gates Foundation Nigeria



Hear the statements from the stakeholders at the Launch"We are committed to making this country work, but the country ...
14/10/2025

Hear the statements from the stakeholders at the Launch

"We are committed to making this country work, but the country cannot work unless we have a healthy society. And we cannot have a healthy society without healthy children who will build a better Nigeria."

Alhaji Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar III
Sultan of Sokoto



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