FG dismisses rumour of harmful vaccination in some parts of south east
Ibeneme Ebelechukwu, Abuja
The federal government yesterday described as untrue, rumour circulating around the country that some part of the East has harmful vaccines that may affect children.
In a press statement signed by Head, Public Relation unit of National Primary Health Care Development Agency, Saadi Salahuat said there is no such vaccine and re-assured Nigerian parents and caregivers on the safety the vaccines.
According to the statement, The Federal Government wishes to state clearly that there is no such vaccination in any part of the country that is harmful to any child in Nigeria.
“Most importantly, the Federal Government wishes to re-assure all parents, guardians and care-givers of globally confirmed safety, potency and effectiveness of all antigens in the National Immunization Schedule against vaccines preventable diseases in the country and the vaccination is free in all public health institutions.
“It must be re-emphasized that the Federal Government`s annual budgetary allocation, release and cash-backing of huge resources for the provision of safe and potent vaccines is a practical manifestation of its commitment to the safety, growth and survival of Nigerian child.
“While acknowledging and commending all major development partners, states and local governments, traditional and religious leaders, the media, civil societies and stakeholders for their un-wavering partnership, support and commitment on immunization of Nigerian child, the Federal Government appeals to those peddling such un-patriotic, malicious and misleading information to desist from in-glorious acts and turn a new leaf in support of their country and fellow country men and women.
It further noted, “As Nigeria prepares for another round of a National Measles Campaign, beginning in the North West from the 26th of October, 2017, Nigerians are hereby urged to continue to support government`s efforts at all levels to protect Nigerian child against vaccine-preventable disease.
