Katsina State Sees Significant Drop in Polio Cases to 2 in 2025, UNICEF Reports Progress

In Katsina State, the number of polio cases has decreased from 17 in 2024 to just 2 in 2025, as reported by UNICEF. The Chief of UNICEF's field office in Kano, Mr.

Rahama Farah, highlighted the progress made in combating poliovirus outbreaks. Despite the reduction, challenges remain in fully interrupting transmission.

The wife of the Katsina State Governor, Zulaihat Dikko Radda, emphasized the importance of vaccination to combat vaccine hesitancy and misinformation, especially in the Danmusa local government area. The state government's efforts, in partnership with UNICEF, are crucial in prioritizing vaccination and ensuring eligible children receive life-saving vaccines.