In a renewed push to combat vaccine-preventable diseases and reduce the number of unvaccinated children, the Bauchi State Government has launched the June 2025 round of the National Immunisation Plus Days, NIPDs.
The campaign, which aims to reach 2.2 million children under the age of five across the state, was flagged off at the Palace of the District Head of Miri in Bauchi Local Government Area. A number of eligible children received their vaccines during the ceremony.
Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Health, Dr Sani Muhammad Dambam, said the state has developed a robust strategy to ensure the success of the exercise.
He stressed the importance of immunisation in protecting children against diseases such as polio and measles, urging parents and caregivers to take full advantage of the opportunity.
In his remark, the Executive Chairman of the Bauchi State Primary Healthcare Development Board, Dr. Rilwanu Mohammed, explained that the NIPDs is a nationwide initiative designed to bolster routine immunisation and reach every child with life-saving vaccines.
He noted that the campaign will last for four days, with vaccination teams deployed to communities, schools, and health facilities.
Dr Mohammed reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving child health through increased vaccine coverage and disease prevention efforts.
Also in his remarks, the District Head of Miri, Alhaji Hussaini Abubakar Uthman, commended the initiative urging the government to upgrade the community’s primary healthcare centre to a cottage hospital to meet growing health demands.
The event drew participation from key stakeholders, including health officials, development partners, civil society organisations, traditional rulers, and community members.
Bauchi govt kicks off June 2025 immunisation campaign, targets 2.2m children
