The MAMII project workshop, which began on Monday, ended on Friday with the inauguration of the task force to implement the project.
Ms Sharmin expressed concern over the rising rate of maternal mortality in Sokoto, urging stakeholders to fully commit to ensuring the success of MAMII.
He revealed that 172 local government areas across Nigeria were affected by high rates of maternal and neonatal deaths.
UNICEF received a CA$15 million grant from Global Affairs Canada to improve maternal and child health in the Kebbi, Kaduna, and Bauchi states.
Ms Banji stressed the need for strong government commitment to avoid the pitfalls of past health interventions.
Mr Tinubu launched the Maternal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII) on Thursday.
