Kano BOOST Project Reiterates Commitment to Immunisation Awareness Across the State

Fatima Abdullahi Malle, Kano

The Kano State Project Manager of the BOOST Project, Malam Abdullahi Muhammad Magama, has reaffirmed the project’s unwavering commitment to raising awareness about the importance of immunisation across all communities in the state.

Malam Magama made this known during an immunisation outreach campaign held in Ungoggo Local Government Area, as part of activities to commemorate the 2025 World Immunisation Week. The campaign, which ran from April 27 to 30, was held under the theme Immunisation for All is Humanly Possible.

He emphasized the importance of reaching underserved and remote populations who may not have regular access to healthcare facilities. Some families are unable to visit health centers due to distance or other challenges, and the outreach is designed to take immunisation services directly to them, ensuring no child is left behind.

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The campaign engaged religious and traditional leaders to foster trust and mobilize larger segments of the population. Their involvement plays a vital role in dispelling myths and misinformation surrounding vaccines and encouraging community participation.

In addition to providing vaccines, the campaign also focused on educating health workers and the general public about the benefits of immunisation. The initiative aimed not only to increase vaccination coverage but also to strengthen the healthcare system by building local capacity and awareness.

The BOOST Project, implemented by Save the Children International with funding from GSK, in partnership with the Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board, continues to play a critical role in supporting health initiatives across Kano State, particularly in reaching zero-dose children and underserved, hard-to-reach communities.