FG, UNICEF Enhance Public Health in Adamawa State

The Federal Government, in collaboration with the Adamawa State Government and UNICEF, has launched a multi-stakeholder engagement aimed at strengthening public health emergency preparedness in Adamawa State, particularly concerning flood-related health hazards. This initiative includes a five-day training workshop on multi-hazard risk assessment (MHRA) that began in Yola, the state capital.

Muhammad Chubado Jada, the Adamawa State Commissioner for Health and Human Services, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to develop a comprehensive framework for public health emergency preparedness. Zira Mathia Babani, representing the Federal Ministry, urged active participation in the training to contribute to policy strategies that safeguard lives.

Adamawa State is highly susceptible to flooding, which often triggers outbreaks of waterborne diseases. Dr.

Egh Ab, a UNICEF health specialist, emphasized the importance of identifying public health threats and developing effective strategies to manage them. The training aims to enhance the state's capacity to proactively prevent and respond to public health emergencies.