Mr Elom urged parents to present their children for vaccination.
The Federation of Informal Workers’ Organisations of Nigeria has called on the federal government to intervene in the payment of health insurance premiums.
Mr Olayemi made the remarks on Wednesday in Lagos, highlighting the importance of the breakthrough ahead of World Malaria Day 2026.
The Enugu government has demonstrated its commitment to the fight against malaria through strategic interventions, the health commissioner, George Ugwu, has said.
The council’s approval followed a painstaking process of ratification by critical stakeholders in Nigeria’s nutrition sector, comprising public and private sector sponsors.
The governor described it as timely and impactful in addressing healthcare delivery challenges.
The assembly also adopted the Freetown Charter to accelerate reductions in maternal, newborn, and child mortality.
Ms Banigo said inadequate protective equipment and essential supplies could expose frontline health workers to occupational risks.
The minister said the achievements aligned with government targets aimed at reducing infant mortality.
A neonatal specialist urged swift access and proper training following the WHO’s prequalification of the first malaria treatment for newborns and infants.
