Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has successfully delivered uninterrupted power supply to the state’s vaccine cold store. This swift intervention has prevented the potential loss of thousands of life-saving vaccines.
The vaccine cold store, which is critical for storing essential vaccines, had been facing challenges due to a damaged transformer that disrupted power supply. As a result, the facility had to rely on diesel generators, which posed a significant risk to the storage of vaccines.
Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdulazeez Adams, revealed that the facility was on the verge of returning vaccines to the nation’s capital due to its inability to maintain optimal storage conditions. However, Governor Ododo’s timely intervention has ensured that the vaccines are now safely stored.
During his recent visit to the facility, Governor Ododo ordered a permanent power solution to secure the vaccines. In less than three weeks, a 33kVA power line, a new transformer, and a 60kVA solar inverter system were installed, creating a hybrid power supply that guarantees uninterrupted electricity.
This landmark achievement positions Kogi State as a model for other states in vaccine storage infrastructure. In fact, several states are now working towards adopting this sustainable power system for their cold chain stores.
The Commissioner for Health praised Governor Ododo’s commitment to strengthening Kogi State’s healthcare system. He emphasized that the administration remains focused on ensuring efficient and reliable healthcare services for the people of the state.
The successful delivery of uninterrupted power to the vaccine cold store is a testament to Governor Ododo’s dedication to improving healthcare outcomes in Kogi State. This intervention will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the state’s healthcare system.
The vaccine cold store is a critical component of Kogi State’s healthcare infrastructure, and the Governor’s intervention has ensured that it can operate effectively. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the state’s immunization program.
