In Oyo State, health heroes journeyed from cities to remote villages to vaccinate:
๐ถ 3.58M children against Measles & Rubella (Target: 3.52M)
๐ง 2.42M children against Polio (Target: 1.67M)
Strengthening and Utilizing Response Groups for emergencies, the @WHOAFRO@AfricaCDC#AVoHC - #SURGE Flagship Initiative gets to the next level with the donation of 8 utility vehicles to the Federal Capital Territory Administration in Abuja today. This donation is part of @WHO efforts to build and strengthen capacities of first line responders. Coordinated through @NCDCgov in collaboration with the Directorate of Public Health @Fmohnigeria the initiative trained over 300 responders, establishing multidisciplinary response teams capable of being deployed within 24 hours of confirmation of a health emergency. The FCTA have since engaged these teams in responses to a number of outbreaks, including diphtheria outbreak, with FCT being the only constituency to have crashed the outbreak from its source and curtailed its spread. We are grateful to Dr Idris Jide, Director General @NCDCgov for gracing the event. We applaud the leadership of @drdolapofasawe Mandate Secretary Health & Environment FCTA @DrTedros@Chikwe_I@NphcdaNG@nhia_nigeria@UN_Nigeria
Concerned by the news of an explosion that rocked Ibadan with ensuing casualties and death. @WHONigeria commiserates with the @oyostategovt and affected families. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who lost their loved ones. @UN_Nigeria
Highlighting accountability and excellence in healthcare, @WHONigeria recognized exceptional LIOs and DSNOs from SW for outstanding performance in contributing to Universal Coverage at our Q3 SW Zonal Review Meeting. Award presented by WHO Field Presence Coordinator. @WMulombo
The ZC was thrilled to have the Oyo State HRH Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi kickstart our Q3 SWZ Review Meeting in Oyo State, reflecting on achievements and strategizing to bolster support for the government. Together, we're shaping progress! @WHONigeria@WMulombo@AyodejiIsiaka3
Another pleasant moment with my @WHONigeria colleagues in Ado-Ekiti. We reflected on outcomes of the just concluded #NCH64 and implications for our health development cooperation. Ekiti team surprised me with an excellent example or results based reporting
Today, the Department of Virology at the College of Medicine, Univ. of Ibadan, witnessed the momentous occasion of the commissioning of a state-of-the-art genomic/sequencing laboratory. The prestigious event was graced by the @WHONigeria Country Rep. and Head of Mission @WMulombo
essential for prompt and targeted follow-up interventions. This remarkable achievement showcases the collaborative efforts of the College of Medicine, Univ. of Ibadan, and @WHONigeria in their dedication to advancing medical research and diagnostic capabilities in the country.
The National Polio Laboratory, Ibadan with the support of @WHONigeria held its first-ever retreat in Abeokuta, focusing on identifying and addressing gaps in Polio laboratory efforts, promote team building and teamwork for better program performance.
7๏ธโฃ5๏ธโฃ years of:
๐ Promoting health
๐ Keeping the world safe
๐ Serving the vulnerable
We work to achieve #HealthForAll#WorldHealthDay#WHO75
Earlier in the day, I also visited Nigeria's premier university - University of Ibadan, which is also home to one of the 2 Polio labs in the country. I applaud the excellent collaboration between @UniIbadan and @WHONigeria
Thrilled to to visit the beautiful city of Ibadan, Oyo state ๐ณ๐ฌ, the Pace setter State. I congratulate the @oyostategovt for the leadership in using health care interventions as a pathway to reduce poverty & for the collaboration with @WHONigeria
Every time I get a chance, I interact with colleagues in the states to learn about their work. This time around, Iโm happy to reconnect with SWZ colleagues from Ibadan and elated to see the level of commitment of @WHONigeria teams. Well done South West team