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He explained that the state had made appreciable achievements ranging from pre-implementation, implementation and post-implementation achievements and assured of government’s commitment to sustain the progress momentum. “To sustain this momentum of progress, we must intensify advocacy, communication, social mobilisation activities, engaging media outlets and strengthening routine immunisation.”Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians. Our thorough, researched reporting relies on the support of readers like you.Mr Mu’azu commended development partners, including WHO, UNICEF and others for their supports.
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