By Onuminya Innocent, Sokoto
Sokoto State Government has joined forces with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to sensitise citizens on the importance of polio vaccines.
This collaborative effort aims to educate parents on the safety and effectiveness of the vaccines in protecting children against deadly diseases.
The stakeholders’ meeting, held at the Specialist Hospital in Sokoto, brought together healthcare professionals, government officials, and Journalists and social media influencers
State immunization Officer Mr. Bashar Garba Illela, emphasised the need for parents to make their children available for routine vaccination this week.
Garba reassured parents that the vaccines are safe and effective, highlighting the importance of protecting children against polio. “This disease can have severe consequences, including pneumonia, brain damage, and even death.”
He further disclosed that there two oral vaccines and one injectable vaccine stressing that the two oral vaccines will be administered to children age 0- 58 months while the injectable would be administered to age 6 weeks to 58 months.
The vaccination exercise will kick off in all 23 local government areas simultaneously in the state.
He said healthcare workers will be deployed to cover every part of the state, ensuring that no child would be left behind.
“The goal is to vaccinate approximately 1.5 million children, a significant undertaking that requires the support and cooperation of parents, healthcare workers, and community leaders,” he added.
Garba urged parents to take advantage of this opportunity to protect their children against the deadly disease. He emphasised that vaccination is a crucial step in ensuring the health and well-being of children.
The Sokoto State Government and UNICEF are committed to making this vaccination drive a success. By working together, they aim to create a healthier and more prosperous future for the children of Sokoto.
The vaccination drive is a critical step in preventing the spread of polio. By taking advantage of this opportunity, parents can help protect their children and contribute to a healthier community.
Garba message was clear: vaccination is a safe and effective way to protect children against deadly diseases. By making their children available for vaccination, parents can help create a brighter future for Sokoto’s children.
The success of this vaccination drive relies on the cooperation and support of parents, healthcare workers, and community leaders. By working together, they can help protect the children of Sokoto and create a healthier, more prosperous community.
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