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The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and GAVI, the international vaccination group, have officially handed over a primary healthcare project valued at approximately $8,539,995 to the Katsina State Government in Katsina. 

The project, jointly funded by UNICEF, GAVI, and the Katsina State government, aims to improve the health of mothers and children by strengthening primary healthcare systems and routine immunization services.

Speaking at the handover ceremony, Katsina Governor Dikko Radda emphasized his administration’s commitment to prioritizing citizens’ health. “The partnership has strengthened our immunization program, enhanced the capacity of our health workers, and ensured that hard-to-reach communities receive essential health services,” Radda said. 

“It has also improved the functionality of our Primary Healthcare Centres, making healthcare more accessible to our citizens. Our commitment to strengthening Primary Healthcare Centres does not end here, as the government remains dedicated to sustaining the gains achieved.”

Head of UNICEF Field Office Kano, Mr. Rahama Farah, highlighted the project’s significant impact, despite the state’s security challenges. “Within three years, the under-5 mortality rate decreased from 188 in 2018 to 105 in 2024, per 1000 live births,” Farah noted.

“The program also increased vaccination coverage by 20% in Penta3 vaccination, from 33.7% in 2018 to 53.3% in 2023. This result is particularly notable given the significant security challenges faced by Katsina State

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