NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the United States of America, on Tuesday, donated 10,000 doses of the Jynneos vaccine to Nigeria.
This Nigeria news platform gathered that Jynneos is the approved vaccine by the Food and Drug Administration for the prevention of smallpox and mpox in adults aged 18 years and older who are at risk of mpox infection.
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, while speaking during the official handover of the mpox vaccine to Nigeria in Abuja, thanked the US government for the donation.
He stated that the Federal Government is committed to improving the well-being of Nigerians.
Pate, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Daju Kachollom, said, “This is a spirit of cooperation and collaboration through the years, and this vaccine will be of great help to us. The Federal Ministry of Health understands the importance of having a healthy nation, so all the policies that we implement and the collaborations are focused on ensuring our citizens’ health.
“The Minister emphasises that all health matters are important to him, and Nigeria is very fortunate to have such a dedicated Coordinating Minister and Dr Tunji Alausa as the Minister of State for Health. Together, we are transforming the health sector.
“Thank you for the 10,000 doses, and we look forward to receiving more. I also want to thank our development partners, USAID, PEPFAR, WHO, UNICEF, and all the UN organisations. Your collaboration is greatly appreciated, and this will significantly aid those in need.
“We all recognise the size of our population, and we must ensure that we address every disease, especially those that pose public health concerns. On this note, I would like to extend our gratitude.”
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