Partners Step Up Grassroots Vaccination Efforts in Abuja

A collaborative effort led by Gavi is intensifying a grassroots immunisation campaign in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. The initiative, targeting underserved communities, aims to identify and vaccinate zero-dose children – those who have never received any vaccinations. According to Punch Newspapers, this is a crucial step towards improving child health and preventing outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases.

The campaign is being carried out in partnership with various local and international organisations, but specific details about the partners and the timeline of the project have not been disclosed.

This development comes as Nigeria grapples with various health challenges, particularly in rural and underserved areas. In a statement to Punch Newspapers, Gavi’s country director for Nigeria, Dr. Seth Berkley, emphasised the importance of reaching every child with life-saving vaccines.

‘Reaching every child with vaccines is essential for protecting them against serious and potentially deadly diseases,’ Dr. Berkley said. ‘We are committed to working with our partners to ensure that every child in Nigeria has access to the vaccines they need to live healthy lives.’

This initiative is part of a larger global effort by Gavi to improve immunisation coverage and ensure equitable access to vaccines for all children, regardless of where they live.