National Primary Health Care Development Agency. ED/CEO @Muyi_Aina Visit: nphcda.gov.ng for more.
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To register for #COVID19 Vaccination, visit our website nphcda.gov.ng and click on ‘COVID-19 Vaccination e-registration.
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Good morning, Nigeria.
Kindly disregard this story, as it is a distortion of the information at the WHO Press Conference.
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History being made as Nigeria takes delivery of about 3.9M doses of the AstraZeneca Vaccine today in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.
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To support the #COVID19 pandemic, Dr. Faisal Shuaib earlier today, deployed a team of medical staff from the NPHCDA to the NCDC Operation Centre, to support ongoing efforts by the Federal Government to manage and control the spread of Covid-19.
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Vaccination is crucial to prevent its transmission and protect ourselves and our communities. Let's prioritize immunization and #FightDiphtheria together! 💪
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Yellow fever is a disease caused by a virus that is spread to humans through bites of an infected mosquito. It is called 'yellow fever' because in serious cases, the skin or eyes turns yellow in colour.
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CERTIFICATE OF A WILD POLIO VIRUS FREE AFRICAN REGION!
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“This is indeed a truly historic event. I made a pledge to Nigerians that I would not bequeath a polio-endemic country to my successor. This certification is, therefore, a personal fulfillment of that pledge, not only to Nigerians but to all Africans.” — @MBuhari
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FACT: No Nigerian so far has developed any known severe side effects following vaccination with AstraZeneca vaccine 💉
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IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULE:
• At birthday - BCG, OPV0, HEPB0
• 6 weeks - Penta 1, OPV 1, PCV 1
• 10 weeks - Penta 2, OPV 2, PCV 2
• 14 weeks - Penta 3, OPV 3, PCV 3, IPV
• 9 months -Measles, Yellow fever
It takes 5 visits before 1st birthday, for children to be fully immunized
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Familiarise yourself with the current immunization schedule in Nigeria. Protect your children from vaccine preventable diseases.
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#YesToCOVID19Vaccine 💉
President Muhammadu Buhari @NGRPresident @MBuhari and Vice President @ProfOsinbajo have just been vaccinated with the AstraZeneca vaccine 😁
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In less than 3 hours, the first batch of AstraZeneca vaccines will arrive in Nigeria from the COVAX Facility. We are excited. Are you?
Tick! Tock!!!
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Press Statement on concerns about the safety of the Oxford/AstraZeneca Vaccine.
We are aware of precautionary concerns that have been raised regarding one specific batch of the AstraZeneca vaccine, namely ABV5300.
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Prof. Wole Soyinka flashes his vaccination card after receiving a dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine in Ogun State, yesterday.
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Wash, wash, wash your hands. When you do, wash them again.
Clean hands 🖐 🤚 is a recipe for health. Make hand washing an important part of your life. Wash hands with soap at all times, to reduce the spread of diseases, such as Covid-19 & diarrhoea.
Make hand washing a routine.
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We call on parents and caregivers to always do the needful. Ensure you take your children (9 months to under 5 years) to be vaccinated against measles in the nearest health facility to you.
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“In less than 24 hours, the first batch of AstraZeneca vaccines will arrive in Nigeria from the COVAX Facility & will be deployed to vaccinate, first our critical frontline health care workers, who are providing essential care” — @DrEOEhanire
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To increase public confidence in the #COVID19 vaccine roll-out, President Muhammadu Buhari will be vaccinated with the AstraZeneca vaccine tomorrow, Saturday, March 6th, 2021 at the New Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa at 11:30am.
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JOINT PRESS STATEMENT BY NPHCDA, WHO AND UNICEF ON THE ARRIVAL OF COVID-19 VACCINE IN NIGERIA
Nigeria set to receive about 4 million doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
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A huge day for Nigeria as we administer the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.
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Photo of the day: This is what it takes to reach every child with live saving vaccines.
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The malaria vaccine is here and will now be part of the National Immunization Schedule, offering protection to millions of children and moving us closer to a malaria-free future.
#EndMalaria
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First Governor to be vaccinated — His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, @dabiodunMFR Ogun State Governor, being vaccinated by the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Tomi Coker in Abeokuta.
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Malaria vaccine will be offered free of charge to all targeted children in public health facilities, along with other vaccines in the routine immunization schedules.
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Congratulations, Mrs. Osindeinde Ademilayo Abodede, a frontline health care professional. She is the first to register for the #COVID19 Vaccination.
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As we look forward to a healthier, brighter 2021, we are excited to share key information about the #COVID19Nigeria vaccine.
Come with us.
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Starting on the 24th of October 2023, the HPV vaccine will become a part of Nigeria's Routine Immunization Schedule.
The introduction will begin in 16 states during the phase I, which includes Abia, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Enugu, FCT, Jigawa.
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Here’s an update by the ED/CEO NPHCDA, Dr. Faisal Shuaib on plans to roll-out safe and effective Covid-19 vaccines to Nigerians.
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A historic day, indeed. Today, Nigeria takes an important giant step towards Universal Health Coverage as President @MBuhari launches the Basic Health Care Provision Fund and the National Strategic Health Development Plan II.
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Nigeria formally received 100,000 doses of #COVID19 vaccine donated by the Indian Government. It was presented by the Acting Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Velagaleti Surendra to the FGN 🇳🇬 at the weekly Press Briefing, yesterday.
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To celebrate this milestone — the acceptance of Nigeria’s claim of Wild Polio Virus free status by the African Regional Certification Committee - the NPHCDA and the partnership is having a zoom party with. Yes, you heard right!
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Our globally acclaimed virologist, Prof. Oyewale Tomori has a message on COVID-19 vaccine for you.
Listen and share with your friends and family.
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We are excited to share the news that our ED/CEO NPHCDA, Dr. Faisal Shuaib’s appointment has been renewed for another 4 years!
More time to continue the incredible work he’s been doing at the NPHCDA.
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You are advised to continue to wear face mask &practice other preventive measures because getting the vaccine does not stop you from getting exposed to someone who has been infected, but the vaccination & development of immunity will stop the infection from progressing to disease
I will take the COVID-19 vaccine when offered. It would mean a return to normal life. Some things I am not clear about in my mind though: Would it mean no need for masks and social distancing? If so, won’t everyone stop wearing masks and claim they’ve been vaccinated? @NphcdaNG
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PRESS RELEASE
INTRODUCING MEASLES SECOND DOSE AT 15 MONTHS INTO THE ROUTINE IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULE.
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Meet Khadijah Musa, a high performing CHIPS Agent from Ikara LGA in Kaduna. She was selected to represent Nigeria at the ongoing International Community Health Workers Symposium in Monrovia, Liberia.
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Launch of the T.E.A.C.H. Strategy for #COVID19 Vaccination Roll-out in Nigeria. pscp.tv/w/cwtW0jFlVmpZWFZyR2…
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Meet the first set of health care workers to receive the AstraZeneca vaccine in Nigeria — Dr. Ngong Cyprian, Nurse Faith E. Eragbai, Dr. Nuru Joseph and Dr. Thairu Yunusa.
Thank you for working tirelessly to protect us all.
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PSA: FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RESPONSE TO THE DELTA STATE YELLOW FEVER OUTBREAK IN COLLABORATION WITH THE STATE GOVERNMENT AND PARTNERS.
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Words are not enough to commend such gesture. Beyond impressive. Thanks Kawu Muhammad for such inspiration.
A small scale trader called Kawu Muhammad in Jos , Plateau State, has built a 13--bed standard primary healthcare centre through his profit as a support programme to his community and the people of Mile 7 Yalwa Road in Jos .
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The long awaited Rota Vaccine will now be available for children between the ages of 6,10 and 14 weeks in public hospitals across the country from August 22, 2022, free of charge.
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Prof. Tanimola Akande, Public Health Physician, University of ILORIN, talks about the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine — “If this vaccine is made available in Nigeria today, myself and my family members will receive it. I encourage all Nigerians to do the same.”
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Pleased to have @DrJoeAbah drop by the office today, to discuss strengthening primary health care with the ED/CEO NPHCDA, Dr. Faisal Shuaib.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update in 36 states and the FCT.
How’s your State faring?
Let’s talk!
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NoDaysOff: Ahead of #COVID19Vaccine roll-out in Nigeria, our ED/CEO, Dr. Faisal Shuaib is currently brainstorming and finalizing with team on roll-out of tools and materials for a successful roll-out. As usual, Dr. Shuaib’s marker comes out as the team finalizes the tasks ahead.
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This is a checklist of Immunization schedule parents and caregivers must ensure their child/children take. Protect your children.
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We have answers to some questions you may have around e-REGISTRATION for #COVID19 Vaccination.
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In the first phase of the vaccination, health care workers, frontline workers — (the Military, Police, Oil and Gas workers, Nigerians at the Border Posts), and Strategic Leaders etc will be prioritised.
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Sheikh Dr. Ahmad Gumi received his first shot of the #COVID19 Vaccine, earlier today.
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We are grateful to MTN Group (@MTNNG ) for their kind donation of 300,000 doses of the Oxford/Astrazeneca vaccine.
Nigeria appreciates.
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Brig Gen S. Ibrahim, Director-General, National Youth Service Corps today, paid a courtesy call on @drfaisalshuaib to discuss areas of collaboration, especially, engaging Youth Corps Members to support House-to-House e-REGISTRATION of eligible Nigerians for #COVID19 Vaccination.
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Is it compulsory to take the vaccine?
No, but it is recommended that every eligible person (18 years and above) be vaccinated.
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“Vaccination does not mean the battle is over, it shows that we are winning the war.” — Dr. Faisal Shuaib
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update for March 23rd 2021, in 36 States + the FCT.
How’s your State performing?
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Nigeria has gone three years & nine months without a single case of Wild Polio Virus. This confirms that the country is on the verge of being certified free of the disease in June. Even as we battle to defeat Covid-19, intensive surveillance is still ongoing in every part of 🇳🇬.
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT ON COVID-19 VACCINE
Dear Nigerians, the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic is spreading very fast and evidence shows that the virus is significantly more transmissible, leading to a sharp rise in infections and in some instances, deaths.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update for March 25th 2021, in 36 States + the FCT.
How’s your State doing?
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The best protection and prevention you can give your child against diarrhoeal diseases caused by Rotavirus is by vaccination with the Rota vaccine. In addition, ensure your child completes her/his immunizaon schedule.
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PRESS RELEASE
19th March, 2021
EU MEDICAL REGULATOR ANNOUNCES ASTRAZENECA IS SAFE, NO INDICATED LINK TO BLOOD CLOTS
European Countries Restart Use of Astrazeneca Today.
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District Head of Guyaku, Gombi Local Government, Adamawa State, Alhaji Usman Ibrahim Sarkinfada with Vaccine Carrier, on his way to a non-compliant household during the recently conducted Outbreak response (OBR). This is leadership and we commend him.
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#COVID19 Vaccination in progress in Oorelope Police station in Oorelope LGA, Oyo State.
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PRESS RELEASE
INTRODUCING MEASLES SECOND DOSE AT 15 MONTHS INTO THE ROUTINE IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULE
Dear Nigerians.
From the 14th of November 2019, the Federal Government will be introducing Measles Second Dose at 15 Months into the Routine Immunization schedule.
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Vaccination remains one of the safest, most effective and important medical interventions for preventing illnesses, death and controlling pandemic.
Here’s what to expect before getting a vaccine. Get familiar 👇
Photo credit: WHO
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update for March 26th 2021, in 36 States + the FCT.
How’s your State fairing?
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Hello Nigerians, here is an instructional video to guide you through your COVID-19 vaccination card verification. Please follow the instructions carefully as you can only edit your details twice.
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The Routine Immunization LQAS Q1 2019 performance in 24 states including the FCT is here. What’s your state performance like? Let’s talk!
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Joint Press Conference (NPHCDA and WHO) to update Nigerians on the status of the COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign, today, 16th April 2021.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update for March 24th 2021, in 36 States + the FCT.
How’s your State doing?
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Watch @drfaisalshuaib tonight at 8:30pm on Channels TV’s “Hard Copy” as he unpacks Polio eradication in Nigeria and the drive towards strengthening Nigeria’s health system. It promises to be interesting. Tune in.
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📌📌 COVID-19 Vaccination Update in 36 States + the FCT.
How’s your State performing?
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Here’s what the WHO Regional Director for Africa @MoetiTshidi said in her press briefing.
The publication in Punch Newspaper and Sahara reporters are FALSE‼️
drive.google.com/drive/mobil…
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Data captures Q3 Routine Immunization performance in 24 states including the FCT between July and September, 2018. What is the status for your state? Let’s have a discussion.
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After months of preparation, and a week of thorough In-country Independent Review, Nigeria is grateful to announce that the 5 proposals submitted to Gavi have been duly approved
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How do you say “Congratulations” in your language?
Tomorrow, Nigeria and the African region will be certified Polio free.
We are beyond chuffed!
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update for March 30th 2021, in 36 States + the FCT.
How’s your State performing?
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“This is a time for everyone to rally round the government. The vaccines being introduced in Nigeria are safe and effective” — Speaker, National House of Representatives, @femigbaja @SpeakerGbaja
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Immunization is the safest and the most effective way to protect your children against vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, polio, diphtheria, whooping cough, tuberculosis, and yellow fever, etc.
Get your children immunized today.
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That’s how you pose when you’ve been vaccinated. We love the energy 😁. Shout out to Government science secondary school Gwadabawa, Sokoto state.
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PRESS STATEMENT:
Nigeria is continuing in the process of administering roughly 4 million doses of the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine, beginning with our frontline health workers and vulnerable individuals. There has been no change to current plans or supply.
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Happening Now!
Dr Muyi Aina, our ED/CEO, virtually welcomed newly recruited PFMOs deployed across the 36 states and FCT.
He urged them to uphold accountability and strengthen oversight in PHC centres within their LGAs.
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It is important for Parents and caregivers to familiarise themselves with the current immunization schedule in Nigeria.
All vaccines are free safe and effective. Get your child vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases today!
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WEEKLY PRESS CONFERENCE TO UPDATE NIGERIANS ON THE STATUS OF COVID-19 VACCINATION ON 1ST JUNE, 2021
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If you experience any side effect following #COVID19 vaccination, please report to your vaccination site immediately or get in touch with your physician.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update for April 14th 2021, in 36 States + the FCT.
How’s your State performing?
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Transformation is underway in Nigeria’s Primary Health Care system!
We’re onboarding Performance & Financial Management Officers (PFMOs) to strengthen accountability, transparency, & results in PHCs nationwide.
📍Gombe, Ekiti, Akwa Ibom & Ondo States are already at the table!
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Here’s an Immunization schedule for children and their benefits.
Share with parents and caregivers.
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NIGERIA IS NOW POLIO FREE!!!!!
Exciting times!!!
We are beyond proud and excited to announce that Nigeria is now Polio free.
Hurrayyyyyyy!!!!
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