The Immunization Plus and Malaria Progress by Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services, or IMPACT Project, has already had a major impact on communities throughout the state, according to the Ogun State Government, which has reaffirmed its commitment to revitalizing healthcare services through the project.  

As of right now, 236 health facilities have gone digital, 472 health professionals have received training in data management and safety regulations, and 75 primary health centers are undergoing renovations, according to Health Commissioner Dr. Tomi Coker.  At Monday's 2026 IMPACT Annual Work Plan Retreat in Abeokuta, Coker made this announcement on behalf of the Ministry's Permanent Secretary, Dr. Kayode Oladehinde.

In order to make sure that healthcare reforms endure beyond donor financing and become a standard element of government operations, she disclosed that the state had increased its health budget.

“These numbers represent real impact; lives saved, healthier communities, and stronger systems,” Coker added.

In her welcome presentation, the State initiative Manager of IMPACT, Dr Kofoworola Olajide, emphasized that the initiative focuses on reducing maternal and child mortality, commending stakeholders for their devotion while urged participants to approach the retreat with strategic focus and teamwork.  

Ogunsola, praised Governor Dapo Abiodun for his steadfast dedication to healthcare reform and transformation in his remarks. He pointed out that the governor's "giant strides" had established a solid basis for better health outcomes throughout the state, especially in primary healthcare delivery.

Dr. Atinuke Duze, the state's chairperson of health secretaries, responded by praising the expansion of the IMPACT Project to numerous health facilities throughout local government districts and promising to keep providing the public with high-quality, easily accessible healthcare services.

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