The Bauchi State Government has officially launched the June 2025 round of the National Immunisation Plus Days (NIPDs), targeting approximately 2.2 million children under the age of five across the state.
The campaign was flagged off at the Palace of the District Head of Miri in Bauchi Local Government Area, where several eligible children received their vaccines during the ceremony.
Strategic Approach to Child Health
Speaking at the event, Dr. Sani Muhammad Dambam, Commissioner for Health, emphasized that the state has developed a comprehensive strategy to ensure the success of the exercise. He highlighted the critical role of immunisation in protecting children against diseases such as polio and measles.
"We urge all parents and caregivers to take full advantage of this opportunity to protect their children against preventable diseases," Dr. Dambam stated.
Dr. Rilwanu Mohammed, Executive Chairman of the Bauchi State Primary Healthcare Development Board, explained that the NIPDs is a nationwide initiative designed to strengthen routine immunisation and ensure every child receives life-saving vaccines.
"The campaign will last for four days, with vaccination teams deployed to communities, schools, and health facilities across the state," Dr. Mohammed said, reaffirming the government's commitment to improving child health through increased vaccine coverage and disease prevention efforts.
Community Support and Participation
The District Head of Miri, Alhaji Hussaini Abubakar Uthman, commended the initiative while urging the government to upgrade the community's primary healthcare centre to a cottage hospital to meet growing health demands.
The launch event drew participation from key stakeholders, including health officials, development partners, civil society organisations, traditional rulers, and community members, demonstrating broad support for the immunisation campaign.
This initiative represents a significant step in Bauchi State's ongoing efforts to reduce the number of unvaccinated children and combat vaccine-preventable diseases that continue to affect child health outcomes in the region.
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