Oyo Government Distributes Over 5m Mosquito Nets, cautions diversion, misuse
Oyo Government Distributes Over 5m Mosquito Nets, cautions diversion, misuse By Olawale Ogunbusola, Ibadan. Oyo State Government has commenced the mass distribution of over five million insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) across the 33 local government areas of the state as part of efforts to curb the spread of malaria. Speaking at the official flag-off ceremony held at Idi-ogungun Primary Health Care Centre, Agodi Gate, Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, said that the initiative reflects the government’s unwavering commitment to protecting vulnerable groups, especially pregnant women and children under five. Makinde's aide cautioned against the misuse of the mosquito nets for non-health purposes such as fishing, gardening, window covers, or commercial displays. Dr. Ajetunmobi urged residents to make use of the nets properly and nightly habits, noting that the l...