The Big Actions: A publication that covers the contributions, milestones and bottlenecks of WHO in the fight against Polio in Nigeria.
February 2026 - In 2025, Nigeria made historic strides in the fight against Polio, achieving a 31% reduction in cases through relentless grit and innovation. From navigating riverine creeks by boat to reaching children in security-strained zones, the mission to protect every child continues.
Key 2025 Milestones:
- Massive Reach: Over 39 million children under five were vaccinated across four major campaigns.
- Breaking Barriers: More than 54,000 insecure settlements were visited to ensure no child was left behind.
- Scientific Victory: The Ibadan laboratory is now fully accredited for genomic sequencing, making Nigeria a leader in African polio surveillance.
- Zero-Dose Focus: Thousands of "invisible" children in IDP camps and border zones received their very first life-saving vaccines.
Nigeria is accelerating toward a polio-free future in 2026. Together, we are turning the tide.
