Mr Ubam said the scheme, inaugurated in 2019 with zero enrollees, had recorded significant growth, registering over 308,000 persons to date.
The ministry reported a cumulative total of 17 child deaths due to the disease in Napak.
Mr Danladi said that the exercise was flagged off in Tilde ward due to its little history of vaccine non-compliance.
The University of Abuja Teaching Hospital has commended and rewarded some members of staff for their outstanding dedication towards excellence in the discharge of their duties.
The initiative is a strategic move to boost Nigeria’s laboratory diagnostics, disease prevention and quality assurance systems.
Ms Rafique said the agency has formally handed over the facilities to UNICEF for revitalisation within a three-month timeline.
A research study conducted in Oyo state found that many public primary schools lack adequate water and sanitation facilities, posing serious health risks to pupils.
“The relatives claimed that the chest cavity of the deceased had been emptied and stuffed with nylon,” a witness said.
The consultant physician also cautioned against unhealthy diets and sedentary lifestyles.
Ms Daju noted that the governor’s continuous support had played a vital role in strengthening the facility’s infrastructure.
