Nigeria has recorded a major public health milestone, administering over 174 million vaccine doses within one year. The achievement marks one of the most aggressive immunisation efforts in the country’s history and reflects renewed energy within the primary healthcare system.

Led by the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, the campaign goes beyond vaccination numbers. According to its Executive Secretary, Muyi Aina, the goal is to rebuild public confidence in government health facilities.

In the past 18 months, about 4,000 primary healthcare centres have been revitalised, with more than 2,300 fully refurbished and equipped. Over 10,000 solar powered refrigerators have been installed to protect vaccines, especially in rural communities. Thousands of health workers have also been retrained to improve service delivery.

The impact is already visible. Patient visits to primary healthcare centres have increased significantly, showing that more Nigerians are returning to public clinics.

Although gaps remain in vaccine coverage in some areas, authorities are now working closely with community and religious leaders to address hesitancy and improve uptake.

With additional funding being pursued for future vaccine procurement, the country is positioning itself to strengthen and sustain this renewed healthcare momentum.