AHBN Urges Review of Zero Dose Learning Hub to Strengthen Immunisation in Bauchi
By Ahmed Ahmed
The African Health Budget Network (AHBN) has called on key stakeholders in Bauchi State to critically review the implementation of the Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH) as part of efforts to strengthen immunisation service delivery in 2026.
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The call was made on Thursday in Bauchi by the Chief Executive Officer and Convener of AHBN, Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, during a meeting with media executives and Executive Directors of non-governmental organisations.
Dr. Magashi commended the Bauchi State Government, members of the Zero Dose Learning Hub Community of Practice (CoP), and other high-level stakeholders for the notable achievements recorded in 2025. He said enhanced collaboration among the media, civil society organisations, academia, and government institutions through the CoP framework would further improve immunisation outcomes across the state.
He challenged members of the Community of Practice from academic institutions to prioritise operational and policy-relevant research capable of generating credible evidence to guide action. According to him, evidence-based advocacy is essential for addressing gaps in immunisation financing, reducing the number of zero-dose children, and improving overall health service delivery.
Earlier, the Co-Chairman of the AHBN Board, Hon. Usman Mohammed, underscored the critical role of the legislature in ensuring sustainable immunisation financing. He stressed the need for increased budgetary allocations, timely release of funds, and effective oversight mechanisms. He also called for the continued use of the AHBN-supported Accountability Framework, particularly the Immunisation Financing Scorecard developed for 2023, 2024, and 2025, to support evidence-driven decision-making.
In his remarks, the Bauchi State Focal Person of AHBN, Dr. Hassan Shuaibu Musa, noted that the implementation of the Zero Dose Learning Hub has significantly contributed to the timely release of immunisation funds in the state. He attributed the progress to sustained advocacy efforts and strong government commitment.
Dr. Musa specifically commended the Bauchi State Government and the Primary Health Care Development Board under the leadership of Dr. Rilwanu Mohammed, noting that Bauchi State has received national recognition for the early release of 100 percent of its budgeted immunisation funds.
The Co-Chair of the Community of Practice also shared insights on strengthening collaboration among stakeholders to improve immunisation coverage, reduce zero-dose cases, and address vaccine stock-outs across health facilities in the state.
AHBN Urges Review of Zero Dose Learning Hub to Strengthen Immunisation in Bauchi