“If children are not immunised and contract communicable diseases, they are more likely to die,” Mr Mohammed said.
“Unfortunately, the disaster also claimed several lives with many others injured,” he said.
Mr Mohammed said the vaccination exercise will run from August 24 to September 2, 2023.
Mr Nayola listed the worst hit local government areas as: Zaki, Gamawaa, Shira, Jama’are, Kirfi, Alkaleri and Misau.
“At least 10 people lost their lives while several hectares of farmlands and houses were washed away in some parts of the state,” Mr Nayola said.
