He reiterated that PHC was the foundation of a functional and sustainable health system.
The NCDC DG attributed the outbreak to poor sanitation, inadequate access to clean water, and widespread open defecation.
Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo made the appeal on Friday during a meeting with proprietors of private schools in Yenagoa.
The Nigerian Medical Association has called for health sector policies to enhance health workers’ productivity, empathy, respect and inclusivity.
The Kaduna government and UNICEF have intensified efforts to contain an outbreak of measles that has already claimed the lives of two children.
Nasarawa State House of Assembly has reiterated its readiness to partner health agencies to tackle quackery in the sector.
He disclosed that the operation also involved those who had not renewed their annual registration fee.
Mr Mohammed stated, “Only two countries, Pakistan and Afghanistan, still report cases of wild poliovirus.’’
Mr Chaddy-Adam, therefore, called on the intending pilgrims to go along with their faith, belief and fear of Allah for a successful exercise.
Ms Mere said the impacts of flooding, drought, and saline intrusion on water, sanitation, and hygiene services have affected public health and economic growth.
