‘Nigeria capable of producing vaccines’ – Tinubu boasts to Gavi executives

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President Bola Tinubu has called on Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, to collaborate with potential Nigerian vaccine manufacturers to ensure equitable access to life-saving vaccines for children and adults. Speaking at a meeting with a delegation of Gavi, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr.

Sania Nishtar, at the State House, on Thursday, President Tinubu said partnership on local vaccine production has become necessary owing to the challenges faced by developing countries, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic and other infectious disease outbreaks.

''We intend to contribute to the development of our healthcare programme, and we are committed to partnering with Gavi,'' the President said. President Tinubu stated that his administration is focused on ensuring that no child is left behind when it comes to vaccination against preventable childhood diseases. ''Gavi’s commitment to humanity is recognised throughout the world.

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