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Lagos State is set to commence a statewide Measles-Rubella and Routine Immunisation campaign on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

‎The week-long exercise will be officially flagged off by the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu.

‎The campaign will run until Wednesday, February 5, 2026, covering all Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas of the state.

‎Health authorities say the integrated campaign aligns with national and global immunisation targets.

‎‎It is aimed at protecting children and adolescents from vaccine-preventable diseases.

‎Measles remains a leading cause of childhood illness, while rubella infection during pregnancy can result in serious birth defects.

‎The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board, Dr. Ibrahim Akinwunmi Mustafa, described routine immunisation as a proven life-saving intervention.

‎He noted that the vaccines prevent diseases such as polio, tuberculosis, diphtheria, whooping cough and cervical cancer.‎Dr. Mustafa assured residents that all vaccines are safe, effective and provided free of charge.

‎He stressed that sustained immunisation reduces child deaths, improves school attendance and supports long-term development.

‎The campaign is supported by partners including the Federal Ministry of Health, WHO, UNICEF and the National Primary Health Care Development Agency.

‎Residents are encouraged to access vaccination services at health centers, schools, religious houses and designated posts across the state.