Bauchi Government Targets One Million U-5 Children for Measles-Rubella Vaccination
The Bauchi State Government aims to vaccinate one million children under 5 against measles and rubella starting from October 18, 2025. The State Community Engagement Focal Person of the Bauchi State Primary Healthcare Development Board, Abubakar Dabo, revealed the plan, emphasizing the importance of the vaccine for children's health.
The vaccination campaign will cover eligible children aged 5 and below across twenty LGAs in the state. The initiative also includes administering other vaccines like HPV to nine-year-old girls.
The goal is to raise awareness about the measles-rubella campaign and ensure public participation to combat these diseases effectively.
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