Measles Immunization: Citizens’ Healthcare Remains Anambra’s Priority – Obidike

By Praise Chinecherem

Anambra State government has reiterated its commitment to the healthcare needs of the people of the state.

Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike stated this on Saturday at the flagged-off of integrated measles immunization campaign in Awka, with implementation dates scheduled for November 6 – 12, 2024.

The event held at Okpuno Primary Healthcare Centre, Awka South Local Goverment Area of the state attracted parents, care givers and development partners.

Obidike explained that government placed high premium to the healthcare needs of the citizenry, calling on parents and care givers to avail their children opportunity to get immunized.

He commended development partners working in the state, especially the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA), World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Children’s Funds (UNICEF)and others for their numerous support so far.

Executive Secretary, Anambra State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Pharmacist Chisom Uchem revealed that the immunization would take place in all the primary healthcare centres in the state, maintaining that the exercise remains safe and free.

Speaking on behalf of development partners, Zonal Coordinator, WHO, Dr. Chimuanya Igboekwu praised the state government for creating enabling environment for seamless exercises.

She assured continuous partnership with the state.

State Health Educator, Mrs. Uju Onwuegbuzina, the State Immunization Officer, Mrs. Edith Onwuka among others attended the event.