Gombe State in northeastern Nigeria has launched a new round of polio immunization, aiming to reach all eligible children under five years old. The campaign, supported by the World Health Organization and UNICEF, is part of ongoing efforts to maintain Nigeria's polio-free status, which was certified by the WHO in 2020.
Health officials are conducting house-to-house vaccinations and setting up fixed posts in communities to ensure widespread coverage. The state government has emphasized the importance of the campaign in preventing a resurgence of the wild poliovirus.
Nigeria continues to face challenges from circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (cVDPV) outbreaks, making routine and supplementary immunization activities critical. The success of such campaigns is vital for protecting children and sustaining the country's public health achievement.
