Yellow Fever Vaccination Campaign Launched in Dosso, Niger
- Dosso, Niger - A preventative yellow fever vaccination campaign officially launched on January 20, 2026, in the Dosso region of Niger, hosted at the Royal Court of the...
- The launch event was presided over by Colonel-Major Bana Alhassane, Governor of the Dosso region, with the Honorable Sultan of Dosso, Amadou Sounna, also in attendance.
- Governor Bana Alhassane emphasized the strategic importance of the vaccination drive, stating it directly supports the highest authorities' vision for strengthening the health of the Nigerien population.
Niger Launches preventative Yellow Fever Vaccination Campaign in Dosso
Dosso, Niger – A preventative yellow fever vaccination campaign officially launched on January 20, 2026, in the Dosso region of Niger, hosted at the Royal Court of the Sultanate of Dosso.
Campaign Details and Objectives
The launch event was presided over by Colonel-Major Bana Alhassane, Governor of the Dosso region, with the Honorable Sultan of Dosso, Amadou Sounna, also in attendance. Other attendees included administrative and traditional authorities, representatives from the Defense and Security Forces, technical and financial partners, and a significant number of local residents. The campaign is a key component of the Nigerien government’s strategy to bolster public health protections.
Governor Bana Alhassane emphasized the strategic importance of the vaccination drive, stating it directly supports the highest authorities’ vision for strengthening the health of the Nigerien population. He underscored that public health is a essential driver of development and a crucial pillar of the Republic of Niger’s ongoing “Refondation” initiative.
No specific vaccination targets or financial details were promptly available, but the campaign signals a proactive approach to disease prevention within the region.