From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe
Some residents in Kaltungo Local Government Area (LGA) of Gombe State has expressed their appreciation for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the state government’s ongoing efforts to combat poliovirus and other preventable diseases.
The residents stated this during immunization campaign on Monday in Kaltungo LGA. The campaign, which was part of a larger initiative aimed at eliminating polio and other preventable diseases in the state, saw health workers reaching communities across Kaltungo, administering vaccines to children.
Speaking newsmen at his house in Kalarin community of Kaltungo, Moses James a 36 year old father of two commended the government’s commitment to child health, expressing confidence in the future of the immunization programs. We were told that UNICEF and the government provided the vaccine, they are doing great work.
I have seen the benefit and impact of immunization, it does not only fight Polio but other diseases as well and we now have fewer cases in our community,” said James.
Augusta Amos, a mother of three, interviewed at PHCC, Shamaki Kalarin in Kaltungo said, “I am happy to see that the government is making sure our children are protected from these diseases. It gives us hope for a healthier future. I have completed all the immunization dose, I only for the vaccination”.
The Gombe State Government has been working in collaboration with UNICEF and other international organizations to improve the health outcomes of its residents. With a focus on eradicating polio and other diseases. According to the Local Government Immunization Officer (LIO) in Kaltungo, Yakubu Epeso, the partnership between the state government and donor agencies is paying off.
He disclosed that the technical expertise and support provided by UNICEF has been crucial in organizing the campaign and ensuring that they reach even the most remote areas of the LGA.
The LIO explained that the immunization drive, which involved door-to-door vaccination, has been far reaching in ensuring that every child receives protection against poliovirus, measles, and other dangerous diseases. “Our uptake is very good several families have been educated and sensitized on the importance of immunization for the well-being of their children.
We only have one community with the issue noncompliance and we are employing the help and buy-in of traditional and religious leaders in the area to address the challenge. However the state government should more in mobilising stakeholders to completely eliminate the issue of noncompliance,” the LIO stated.
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Residents Commends Gombe Gov’t, UNICEF for Efforts to End Polio, Other Diseases
From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe
Some residents in Kaltungo Local Government Area (LGA) of Gombe State has expressed their appreciation for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the state government’s ongoing efforts to combat poliovirus and other preventable diseases.
The residents stated this during immunization campaign on Monday in Kaltungo LGA. The campaign, which was part of a larger initiative aimed at eliminating polio and other preventable diseases in the state, saw health workers reaching communities across Kaltungo, administering vaccines to children.
Speaking newsmen at his house in Kalarin community of Kaltungo, a 36 year old father of two commended the government’s commitment to child health, expressing confidence in the future of the immunization programs. We were told that UNICEF and the government provided the vaccine, they are doing great work.
I have seen the benefit and impact of immunization, it does not only fight Polio but other diseases as well and we now have fewer cases in our community,” said hghju.
Augusta Amos, a mother of three, interviewed at PHCC, Shamaki Kalarin in Kaltungo said, “I am happy to see that the government is making sure our children are protected from these diseases. It gives us hope for a healthier future. I have completed all the immunization dose, I only for the vaccination”.
The Gombe State Government has been working in collaboration with UNICEF and other international organizations to improve the health outcomes of its residents. With a focus on eradicating polio and other diseases. According to the Local Government Immunization Officer (LIO) in Kaltungo, Yakubu Epeso, the partnership between the state government and donor agencies is paying off.
He disclosed that the technical expertise and support provided by UNICEF has been crucial in organizing the campaign and ensuring that they reach even the most remote areas of the LGA.
The LIO explained that the immunization drive, which involved door-to-door vaccination, has been far reaching in ensuring that every child receives protection against poliovirus, measles, and other dangerous diseases. “Our uptake is very good several families have been educated and sensitized on the importance of immunization for the well-being of their children.
We only have one community with the issue noncompliance and we are employing the help and buy-in of traditional and religious leaders in the area to address the challenge. However the state government should more in mobilising stakeholders to completely eliminate the issue of noncompliance,” the LIO stated.