The Ogun State Government has intensified its efforts to improve child health outcomes and prevent diseases by engaging development partners and health experts in preparation for the upcoming Measles‑Rubella vaccination campaign. Commissioner for Health Tomi Coker affirmed the state’s commitment to protecting children against vaccine‑preventable diseases through immunization, describing it as a cost‑effective public‑health intervention. She urged parents, caregivers, and community leaders to support the initiative by ensuring that eligible children receive the vaccine, and she commended health workers for their dedication and resilience, noting their pivotal role in the campaign’s success. The commissioner also assured stakeholders that the government is ready to provide both operational and policy support for the effort.
Elijah Ogunsola, Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Primary Healthcare Development Board, highlighted the significance of the engagement, warning that measles‑rubella remains a serious public‑health risk if not adequately addressed. The campaign aims to increase coverage, improve routine immunization, and ensure that no eligible child is left behind, especially in hard‑to‑reach areas. Ogunsola emphasized the value of collaborating with partners and experts, whose technical assistance, logistics, and advocacy are essential to the vaccination exercise’s success.
Bamidele Olayinka, the World Health Organization (WHO) Measles‑Rubella Consultant, praised the state government’s achievements in the health sector. He noted that sustained investments in primary‑healthcare infrastructure, workforce development, and disease prevention have positioned Ogun State as a model for other states. The WHO pledged continued collaboration with the state to maintain an Ogun State free of polio and to boost immunity against other vaccine‑preventable diseases.
The forthcoming Measles‑Rubella vaccination campaign is a crucial step toward improving child health outcomes in Ogun State. With the support of development partners, health experts, health workers, parents, and community leaders, the government is well‑positioned to achieve its objectives and ensure a successful campaign, protecting children against vaccine‑preventable diseases.
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