Kogi State Governor, Captain Idris Wada has reiterated his commitment to eradicating polio from the nook and crannies of the state.
Captain Wade made the vow during a meeting with members of Kogi State Task Force on Polio Eradication, Routine Immunization and Primary Health Care at Government House in Lokoja.
The governor while describing polio as a threat to our future generation, charged all Kogites to work collectively in fighting the war against polio.
He disclosed that good health of the people of Kogi State remains the priority of his administration as he pledged to support various health care programmes aimed at eradicating polio in the state.
Speaking at the event, Permanent Secretary, Kogi State Ministry of Health, Alhaji Salihu Aliu highlighted the activities of the task force toward curbing polio, as he further applauded the effort of Captain Wada in his unalloyed commitment to polio eradication and other health programmes.
Also speaking, the Special Adviser to the governor on Primary Health Care Service, Dr. Samuel Akogun while expressing his profound gratitude to the present administration appealed for quick resolution to the challenges faced by the task force members in achieving their campaign.
Those present at the occasion include; Officials of the World Health Organization, WHO, development partners such as United Nations International Children Emergency Fund, UNICEF, Management and Staff of Ministry of Health, National Youth Service Corps members, security personnel’s and other stake holders in the health sector.
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