Kogi To Distribute 3.14m Mosquito Nets In 1st Statewide Exercise In 9 Years

The Kogi State Government is set to distribute 3,141,485 insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITNs) to households across the state from November 8 to 15, 2026. This initiative marks the first statewide distribution of mosquito nets in nine years and aims to combat malaria in the region.

The distribution campaign is being organized in collaboration with the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) and Malaria Consortium. Officials have emphasized the importance of this exercise in reducing malaria transmission and improving public health in Kogi State. The government is encouraging all residents to participate in the distribution to ensure that households are adequately protected against malaria-carrying mosquitoes.

Reported by Leadership.