Babura LG Immunizes Over 82,000 Children Against Polio*

*Babura LG Immunizes Over 82,000 Children Against Polio* 

By Umar Akilu Majeri, Dutse

The Babura Primary Health Care Unit has successfully immunized a total of 82,578 children against Poliomyelitis during the March 2026 immunization round.

This was disclosed by the Primary Health Care Manager, Malam Muhammad Lawan, during the final day of the exercise.

He attributed the success to effective teamwork and strong coordination among stakeholders and immunization teams at the local government level. According to him, the outcome was impressive, as the team exceeded its initial target for the exercise.

Also speaking, the Assistant State Immunization Officer, Malam Abusari Basiru, commended the commitment of the local authorities, particularly the Local Government Chairman and the District Head of Babura, for their active involvement and support throughout the campaign.

In his remarks, the Chairman of Babura Local Government Area, Honourable Hamisu Muhammad Garu, appreciated the efforts of the health workers and supporting agencies, urging them to sustain the momentum to further improve immunization coverage.

The exercise forms part of ongoing efforts to eliminate polio and strengthen child health interventions across the state.

Signed:

Suleman Daudu Babura

Information Officer

Babura Local Government Area, Jigawa State