“For us to be free from polio, we need to boost the immunity of our children against polio and other diseases,” he said.
Mr Gobir said also that the step was targeted at reversing the neglected conditions of the people and the environment.
The government decried building on waterways, especially the Ekulu River.
She called on parents and caregivers to ensure that their eligible children, aged 0-59 months, participate in the exercise.
“With ongoing strikes and fighting nearby (Al Shifa), we are gravely concerned about the well-being of thousands of civilians there,” said HRW.
“Our governments need to redouble their efforts toward providing adequate funds to tackle some deadly diseases.’’
“Every resident of FCT is entitled to accessing quality health care services regardless of their socio and economic status.’’
“The MRI machine alone, if functional, can solve close to 70 per cent of radiological dialysis. What is shocking is that this machine was commissioned in March this year.”
The National Health Insurance Authority says it carried out a sensitisation in Cross River to the federal government’s Basic Healthcare Provision Fund.
CSOs “provide independent views of the programming and processes and promote transparency in healthcare delivery.”
