Eng Episode 1: Nigeria Beyond Gavi's Immunization Financing Support

Nigeria, Africa's most populous nation, confronts a staggering $200 million annual immunization financing gap and over 2.2 million Zero-Dose Children. As the country prepares for its transition away from Gavi support by 2028, securing sustainable financing for vaccines is paramount for public health.

In this inaugural episode of the "One Shot, Long Life!" podcast by GHAI, host Abel Akara Ticha dives deep into Nigeria's challenges and opportunities with leading vaccine advocacy champions: Chika Offor (CEO, Vaccine Network for Disease Control) and Prof. Emmanuel Alhassan (GHAI Country Coordinator, Nigeria).

Discover the barriers hindering domestic funding for immunization, including fiscal constraints and competing priorities. Learn about innovative strategies being pursued, such as establishing a first-line charge mechanism for the health budget and kickstarting local vaccine production. Explore the vital role of CSO advocacy and budget advocacy in pushing for increased vaccine coverage, strengthening health systems, integrating immunization into primary healthcare (PHC) services, and achieving vaccine equity.

Join us to understand the critical steps Nigeria is taking – and still needs to take – towards closing the immunization funding gap and ensuring a healthy future for every child. This episode explores the economic impact of immunization programs and the ongoing fight for health equity in Nigeria.