According to him, the MNCHW is aimed at reducing morbidity and mortality rates in mothers and children under five years old in Nigeria.
“The estimated value of products mopped up during the December 15, 2024, operation is N5 billion,” said the NAFDAC chief.
Mr Phillip added that the state government had concluded recruitment of medical officers and nurses, adding that other medical personnel would follow.
Mr Sanwo-Olu described the project as an end-to-end healthcare facility equipped with modern amenities
Nigeria’s fertility rate is 4.8 births per woman.
He called on other agencies to emulate NOTAP by creating an enabling environment for inventors to thrive.
The DG explained that seven persons were bitten by the two dogs, and the government has commenced contact tracing to identify those involved.
The three-day campaign will target 16 of the country’s 34 provinces, ministry spokesman Sharafat Zaman said.
The minister highlighted the government’s progress in tackling malaria through its Sector Wide Approach (SWAp) initiative.
“We plan to employ 500 additional health professionals and absorb 390 GAVI-supported staff into the state’s workforce,” Mr Idris said.
