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Gavi Alliance Pledges $3 Million to Strengthen Routine Immunization in Kaduna State

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The Gavi Alliance has pledged $3 million over the next two years to strengthen routine immunization and primary health care in Kaduna State, Nigeria. This move is expected to accelerate progress towards universal vaccine coverage. The announcement was made by Jessica Crawford, Senior Country Manager for Nigeria at the Gavi Secretariat, during a high-level field mission to Kaduna. The funding will be used to improve vaccine delivery, address inequities in coverage, and reduce the number of 'zero-dose' children who have never received a single routine vaccine.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Gavi Alliance has pledged $3 million to strengthen routine immunization and primary health care in Kaduna State over the next two years.
  • The funding will be used to improve vaccine delivery, address inequities in coverage, and reduce the number of 'zero-dose' children.
  • The support will be implemented with the Kaduna State Government, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), and other alliance partners.
  • Over the past seven years, Gavi has backed Kaduna with cold chain equipment, vaccine supply operations, outbreak response, workforce support, and direct vaccine procurement worth $?
  • The federal government, through NPHCDA, procures vaccines for all states in Nigeria, ensuring every child is vaccinated.
  • Gavi's $13 million national pledge over three years, with states contributing counterpart funds, will complement these efforts.

Statistics:

  • $3 million: The amount pledged by Gavi Alliance to Kaduna State over the next two years.
  • 2 years: The duration of the funding support.
  • 7 years: The period over which Gavi has backed Kaduna with various forms of support.
  • $?: The value of Gavi's support to Kaduna over the past 7 years (constant currency, equivalent value over time, or exact calculation needed for this.)

Sources:

  • (Voice of Nigeria, 13 August 2025)
  • "Kaduna State has shown strong leadership, coordination, and results in immunisation. This funding will help build on those successes, tackle hard-to-reach areas, and ensure equitable access to life-saving vaccines," Crawford said.
  • "We are pleased to see these investments in action and are committed to working with Kaduna to maximise impact," added Jessica Crawford.
  • "The federal government, through NPHCDA, procures vaccines for all states in Nigeria, ensuring every child is vaccinated. Partners like Gavi complement these efforts with funding, equipment, and other essential resources to strengthen our health facilities," said Hassan Shea-ousmane.

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