The Executive Chairman of Nkanu West Local Government Area, Hon. John Ogbodo, on Friday held a strategic meeting with the Measles–Rubella vaccination team as part of efforts to strengthen the ongoing immunization campaign across the council area.
The team, led by the Primary Health Coordinator, Mr. Collins Okafor, briefed the chairman on the progress of the exercise, which targets children aged 0 to 14 years, as well as the challenges encountered in some communities.
According to the team, resistance from a section of residents has slowed the pace of the vaccination campaign, with some parents hesitant to allow their children to be immunized.
Responding, Hon. Ogbodo assured the health workers of his administration’s immediate intervention to address the concerns through community engagement and sensitization aimed at ensuring wider participation and acceptance of the exercise.
He urged the team to remain committed and professional in the discharge of their duties, stressing that the protection of children from measles and rubella remains a top priority for his administration.
The council chairman also commended the health workers for their dedication and presented a cash gift to support and motivate them as they continue the outreach across communities in Nkanu West.
In his remarks, Mr. Okafor praised Hon. Ogbodo for his consistent commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery in the local government area, describing him as a leader deeply invested in the wellbeing of the people.
He noted that the chairman’s proactive approach to public health initiatives has earned him recognition, including a meritorious award from the World Health Organization (WHO).
Mr. Okafor further assured that the vaccination team would intensify mobilization efforts and sustain collaboration with community stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of the campaign.
