The last case of wild poliovirus was detected in Nigeria in 2016.
Ms Akau stated that 3,850 suspected cases of diphtheria were reported as of July and that 1,387 were confirmed.
“The health workers included: nursing and midwives officers, community and dental officers, medical record and environmental officers.
One out of every five Nigerians has experienced depression, and women are twice more vulnerable.
Katsina has about 15 suspected cases, whose samples have been taken to Abuja, and are awaiting the results.
A official said the postponement was due to some unforeseen circumstances.
NPHCDA’s reassurance comes after renewed concerns about the vaccine’s safety following reports of deaths in the UK.
“All side effects reported by those who have been administered the vaccine have been mild.”
The governor encouraged citizens to use the e-registration portal.
The exercise was conducted within 12 days in the state.
