The Adamawa State Government has officially launched its 2026 seasonal drive to curb malaria infections among the local population. This state-wide initiative focuses on providing antimalarial treatments to young children while also handing out protective mosquito nets to various households.
During the Thursday launch event in Yola, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, represented by his deputy, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, emphasized that the 2026 Integrated Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) and Insecticide-Treated Net (ITN) Campaign is a vital step in reducing the regional malaria burden. The program targets the distribution of over 2.5 million insecticide-treated nets and the delivery of 4.5 million doses of malaria medication specifically for children between three and 59 months old.
Professor Farauta highlighted the administration’s awareness of the serious health challenges malaria poses to families. She expressed gratitude toward collaborative organizations such as the Society for Family Health, Management Sciences for Health, and Catholic Relief Services for their essential support. Benjamin Nashon, who manages the State Malaria Elimination Programme, also thanked the government and its partners for their ongoing dedication to eradicating the disease.
