By Hassana Aminu
The Head of Primary Health Care in the area, Alhaji Isa Aminu Kofar Nassarawa, disclosed this while speaking to Newsmen on the success of the exercise.
He attributed the achievement to the support of the Kano State in collaboration with the Dala Local Government Council, the commitment of health personnel, and the contribution of development partners in the health sector.
He stated that public enlightenment on the importance of immunization played a significant role in ensuring the success of the campaign. Alhaji Isa Aminu hence appreciated the Executive Chairman of Dala Local Government, Alhaji Suraj Ibrahim Imam, for his continuous support and active participation, especially during the Evening Review Meetings, which he described as vital in achieving the desired results.
In his remarks, the Executive Chairman of the Council , Alhaji Suraj Ibrahim Imam, noted that the involvement of local government leaders in the campaign helped in minimizing resistance by some parents
. He however commended the State Government for its sustained commitment to improve healthcare delivery aimed at safeguarding the lives of citizens.
The Immunization Officer of the area, Alhaji Bello Sani Ahmed Getso, revealed that a total of 274,576 children received the Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccine, representing 93% coverage of the targeted population.
He further explained that for the Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV), targeting children from birth to five years, 141,324 children were expected to be vaccinated, but the team successfully reached 144,706 children — achieving 102% coverage, which indicates a remarkable success.
The Social Mobilization Officer, Alhaji Umar Mukhtar Modibbo, on his part hailed parents and caregivers for their cooperation and urged them to uphold personal hygiene with a view to ensuring a healthy , energetic and wholesome society
He also acknowledged the significance contributions of UNICEF, WHO, AFENET, Focal Persons, Independent Monitors, and above all. Red Cross officials, describing their respective roles as crucial to the overall success of the exercise.
