The State Government said the initiative aims to prevent the NTDs IN Bauchi.
29th July 2025 09:51 AM 
According to the government, the initiative aims to prevent Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) such as diarrheal diseases, respiratory diseases, Trachoma, and malaria among children.
In her official speech during the ceremony, held at the Conference Hall of the State Primary Healthcare Development Board, the First Lady of Bauchi State, Dr Aisha Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, stated that this effort represents a significant milestone in the state's efforts to reduce under-five mortality by preventing the child killer diseases.
The State Commissioner of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Sani Dambam, stated that the Government will continue to prioritize the health of the people of Bauchi State.
He assured that the Azithromycin has been tested and proven effective and safe for administration, having been used in other locations prior to its introduction in Bauchi State.
The Executive Chairman of the Bauchi State Primary Healthcare Development Board, Dr Rilwanu Mohammed, announced that the drug will be administered door-to-door to reach the target population of children under 5 years.
On her part, the Executive Director of Mitosath, Dr Francisca Olamiju, commended the Bauchi State Government for partnering with mitosath to contribute to the healthcare development of the state.
She confirmed that the Azithromycin to be administered is effective and safe for the children, having been used nationwide to protect under-5 children.
