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Partnership for Reviving Routine Immunization in Northern Nigeria

How to Choose the Right Mirror for Your Bathroom

It is rare to come across a bathroom without a mirror, right? A well-selected mirror complements the interior of a bathroom. First, before choosing a mirror, will it fit where you want it to be? How well will it blend with the theme of your bathroom? What do you want it to look like? There are countless designs to select from and here is a guideline for choosing the right one for your bathroom.

The Size of the Mirror

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The function will remain the same no matter what size the mirror is but that doesn’t mean that it should not be taken into consideration. If you wish to acquire a vanity mirror, its width should not be bigger than that of the vanity. A slightly smaller width, from 70 to 80 percent of that of the vanity will be perfect. If you want it bigger, then a width equal to that of the vanity will be the ideal size.

When it comes to the height, one that is a foot higher and lower than your eye line is advised. However, a perfect placement will be 4 to7 foot from your floor. The point is to choose on that creates a balanced look in your bathroom.

Shape

Most of the common mirrors we have all come across are in a rectangle shape. It is common, yes, but if you have a pedestal sink, a round mirror best blends in. It is simply because of the fact that the pedestal sink has curved edges, leaving negative spaces around and so does a round mirror! Also, if you want more display of a cute or exquisite wallpaper or wall, choose a round mirror since it does not cover up most of the wall like a rectangular one would do. Other mirrors are also shaped according to their frame, so you can choose whichever you like.

Frame

Frameless mirrors are becoming more popular simply because of the ‘floating look’. A framed mirror brings out a vintage appeal and will be a good look for a bathroom design that has fewer details. A frameless mirror, on the other hand, is used by homeowners who want a modern look. With a more decorative bathroom, a frameless mirror will be perfect. It is also a good choice if you want something more pocket-friendly.Frameless Mirror

Apart from the framed and frameless mirrors, you can also get a custom mirror. With this one, the mirror and the frame are purchased differently as opposed to the framed mirror that comes complete with a frame. Installation of a custom mirror is slightly expensive than the others because work becomes double.

Style and Taste

Inset mirrors- to give your bathroom a more stylish and modern look, insert the mirror into the wall or tiles. It is a good way to frame the mirror with its surrounding and yet look lavish.

Wall to wall mirrors - sometimes it doesn’t hurt to bend the rules a little bit. A wall to wall mirror can make a small bathroom look larger than it is. If you go with this approach, the mirror should be well lined up with anything below it and should be above the toilet. It should fit well to avoid looking like it was a bad size choice.

Multiple mirrors - if your vanity is wide, you can choose and fit multiple mirrors. They can be tall and have small widths emphasizing the height space of your bathroom and giving it a more vertical look. It is also okay to have one large mirror to fit the vanity space. As long as there are multiple sinks used in the vanity, it is okay to use either.

Suspended mirrors - you don’t necessarily need to hang your mirror on your wall in case of an obstacle or if most of the bathroom wall is used up. You can have a mirror that will look okay if hung from the ceiling or that can be mounted on a counter.Suspended mirrors

Function

As much as mirrors are for reflection purposes, they also have other functions that are lighting and storage.

Lighting

If your bathroom lighting is natural, that is window lighting, ensure that the size of the mirror will be big enough to reflect generous amounts of light into your bathroom. To some extent, the size of the window will be the determinant for the size of the mirror. If it is small, choose a big mirror and place it opposite the window for maximum reflection of light however little. If the window is big don’t choose a mirror that is too big but if you have to, place it at an angle to reflect enough and not too much light.

On the other hand, if you choose other modes of lighting like sconces, choose a mirror that is about 60 percent your vanity size. This allows for space on the sides to fit sconces for proper lighting. A bigger mirror will also be best for a poorly lit or a wall with the dull painting.

Storage

Storage mirror cabinets are another approach for selecting bathroom mirrors. You can have an inset cabinet mirror where you can store grooming products or/and medicine. If your bathroom can accommodate one, then it is a perfect way to have it serve two purposes at the same time.

After selecting a mirror of your choice, you want to make sure that you know what and how you are going to mount it to the wall. For one that you don’t wish to change in the near future, use a permanent mount like glue. Use a lesser powerful glue for semi-permanent installation and mirror brackets for a temporary installation.

There are some factors that will limit or increase the many choices there are for bathroom mirrors. Your taste and the diverse styles are some of those factors. If you make a selection care to know how, where, why and for how long it is going to stay up there.

Top 10 Essential Kitchen Utensils You Should Have

A chef or cook without the essential kitchenware is like a car without fuel. Being in the kitchen without the right equipment might end up leaving most of the small tasks badly done, half-done or completely undone because of lacking the most important tools. These tools don’t necessarily have to be refrigerators or juice mixers or microwaves. Below are the ten must-have tools that every kitchen should be equipped with.

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Top 10 Essential Kitchen Utensils

1. High-Quality Sharp Knives

They should not be necessarily many, you can go with one. Either way, they should be not only sharp but also high quality. When using a sharp knife, it will be hard for you to cut yourself because you will use less force as compared to when using a blunt knife. High quality does not mean expensive. You might get an expensive knife that has low quality and a less expensive one with high quality so make sure you choose quality over price.

2. Spoons and Spatulas

Spoons especially wooden ones are the best for sauces and salads. Fortunately, most of them come in a set of different types and sizes. They are better than plastic ones because they don’t melt and also don’t scratch your pans and pots especially the non-stick ones. For spatulas, silicone ones are highly recommended because they are heat resistant. Medium-sized ones will be the best choice since they give you a good angle to toss and turn your pancakes or other foods.

3. Cutting BoardsCutting Boards

Cutting boards come as plastic or wooden and in different shapes, sizes and quality. They keep your knives sharp and prevent the counter from getting damaged. Some plastic cutting boards come with rubber feet to prevent them from sliding from the counter as you use them. Choose one that is big enough to accommodate the amount of food you cut and allows for little extra space to avoid spilling.

4. Mixing Bowls

Instead of one, buy a set of mixing bowls so that they can serve different culinary uses as a go, for example, separating, whisking, mixing and storage. Choose non-reactive ones or even better stainless steel to avoid having food with funny tastes. You can also choose colorful ones to brighten up your kitchen. Buying in sets will also create space during storage.

5. Measuring Cups and Spoons

Most of the baking recipes require measuring cups or spoons because a lot of accuracies is key to excellent results. A set of measuring spoons that is stackable and has a nifty ring is the best when it comes to storage because it saves space. Also, steel ones will be more washable and durable than plastic ones. Buying two sets will be an added advantage because you will be able to measure same amounts at the same time. For a measuring cup, a bigger size than what you need will be best because it can also serve as a ladle or even better having more than one of different sizes.

6. Cooking Pans and Pots

We can agree that there is no kitchen without these tools. Without them, you will not be able to get that soup ready or cook those pancakes in the morning. Non-stick pans or pots are the best in quality when compared to the other ones and are also easy to clean. Stainless steel ones are also a good choice if you find the non-stick ones a bit unaffordable. Again, go for a set instead of individual counterparts so as to save space when storing them.

7. Sieve or Colander

This is one of the most using tools in the kitchen from draining pasta to sieving tea. For light-duty straining like washing vegetables, canned beans and draining pasta, you can use a plastic colander. A small or medium-sized fine-mesh sieve will be suitable for sieving dry ingredients and even other liquids like tea. Go for quality sieves and colanders to avoid them from getting burnt or melting from the high heat, wearing out easily or rusting. Also, buying sets will create more storage space.

 8. Kitchen TongsKitchen Tongs

It is hard to have a kitchen without a kitchen tongs don’t you think? It has multiple functions like tossing meat from a pan or grill and transferring them to a tray or plate without getting burned and tossing salads or vegetables and even pasta before serving them. It can also come in handy when you want to squeeze a lemon and ensure all the juice is squeezed out and even serve buffet foods that are of course dry.

 9. A Grater

Some graters come attached with a vegetable peeler so look for it instead of buying the items separately and save some money. A grater has multiple purposes from shredding cheese to other vegetables like carrots, potatoes, garlic, and ginger. In order to avoid a grater that will rust after a short period of time, buy a stainless steel one that is of high quality for longer durability.

10. Dish and Hand Towels and PotholdersHand Towels

Potholders will prevent your hands from getting burnt when cooking or getting stuff out of a hot oven, and towels will be used for drying dishes, counters, and hands when cooking or cleaning. For hand and dish towels, buy those which are cotton crafted and absorbent. Some towel sets come in different sizes and colors that will make your kitchen look beautiful, don’t forget look for the ones with good quality. It is okay to substitute towels for potholders but it is better to buy the potholders.

Conclusion

There are lots of other kitchen tools but the above are must-haves and without them, a kitchen cannot operate properly. For those who love spending time in the kitchen cooking, you can attest to the fact that a kitchen is not complete with these tools. Always choose quality over anything so that you don’t end up changing your kitchenware every other month. For a starter kitchen, don’t leave out any of these items out.

Read more:

  • Best Commercial Kitchen Faucets
  • Best Commercial Kitchen Sink

Tips To Sand Wood Faster With The Best Sander For Wood?

Your manual work will never be complete without perfect wood sanding. And the best sander for wood is a tool to help you get the job done. However, sanding wood is also a stage that takes a lot of your time for your project. And many people really want to shorten that time to be able to carry out the next projects. So this post will help you to know the tips you can sanding wood faster. And of course when working with a woodworking sander.  

#1 Use additional sander

By using an extra sander, you can shorten the time spent on sanding. Usually you only use one sander for your work. But now you should duplicate it. Use two sanders for both hands. While one sander works in the left position, the other will finish the job in the right area. However, this is just a tip for professional craftsmen.

#2 Remove dust often

You may not notice it, but the wood dust during sanding will also interfere with the speed of the device. Therefore, please regularly remove these wood dust during work. Many sanders now come with dust collector bags, so you don't need to worry about it.

#3 Slow but sure

Many people have a habit of using more force to be able to quickly finish sanding on rough surfaces. However, it will cause swirls and may cause irregularities in the plane. And if so, you still have to sand the sand again to ensure that plane has the perfect appearance. Therefore, you should not emphasize the sander on the surface, just touch and move it gently.  

#4 Choose larger sander

In order to increase the speed of work, you should choose larger sanders. A sander with a large sanding surface will work faster and be more productive than a smaller one. However, they cost more and are harder to use than smaller devices. Therefore, you should choose them after you have the skills to use sander proficiency.

#5 Stack of materials on each other

Another tip for speeding up your work is to pile materials on the same plane. As such these materials will be sanded at the same time and it will help you quickly complete your work. However, you should keep these planes tightly so they do not come apart when sanding.

Collaboration

One of the key principles guiding the PRRINN-MNCH programme is collaboration. It is important to collaborate and align activities with states and local governments. To this end, PRRINN-MNCH has supported states and Local Government Areas (LGAs) to carry out strategic and operational planning. We then align these plans with programme plans to harmonise activities and to promote efficiency. In the states and at national level, PRRINN-MNCH promotes donor harmonisation. We have established state level committees to speed this up. However, collaboration goes beyond development partners and government bodies. The PRRINN-MNCH programme engages regularly with traditional and religious leaders to ensure that their voices are heard and taken into account in developing and implementing plans. Similarly, we involve community structures in a wide variety of programme activities so that issues regarding barriers to accessing services are understood and addressed. Other programmes
  • PATHS 2 (Partnership for Transforming Health Systems Phase II)
  • SuNMaP (Support to Nigeria Malaria Program)
  • SAVI (State Accountability and Voice Initiative)
  • ESSPIN (Education Sector Support Programme in Nigeria)
  • SPARC (State Partnership for Accountability Responsiveness and Capability)
  • SRIK (Support to Routine Immunization in Kano)
  • MAPS (Malaria Action Program for States)
Governments, ministries and parastatals Research and academic institutions

Future plans and events

We are tracking seven key areas or outputs in 2012 -2013. Each of these is highlighted below: Output 1 – Governance Output 2 – Human Resources (HR) Output 3 – Systems and services Output 4 – Operations Research (OR) Output 5 – Information management Output 6 – Communication and demand Output 7 – Federal level Output 1 - Governance: Government commitment and resources are essential for sustainable delivery of maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) services at all levels of government. “Bringing PHC under one roof”: At state level, particularly in Zamfara and Yobe, the programme will support four areas – strengthening the capacity of the new Boards; restructuring systems, especially finance and human resources; placing services and systems under the new structures; and repositioning of all bodies to their new roles and responsibilities. At federal level, following the acceptance of “Bringing PHC under one roof” as policy, we will work with other stakeholders to ensure rollout. Minimum service package MSP (MSP) / free Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) care: The model for costing MSP and free MNCH services, developed in 2011, will be packaged for use at state and federal levels. High level meetings will be held to showcase the tool. It is hoped that this will lead to wider acceptance and use as a tool to develop a service delivery or investment plan. In addition, we will continue to track progress with the free NHIS schemes. Advocacy:  The revised approach will see greater emphasis resting at state level and with the state teams. Progress in key advocacy areas will be monitored. Pooled funds: Experience with the Gunduma pool fund in Jigawa and the PHC fund in Zamfara will be documented and shared as models that can be used elsewhere in Nigeria. Planning, budgeting and performance reviews: a major focus will be on linking these three activities and ensuring that state Ministries regularly review progress against agreed plans. Collaborating with SPARC and SAVI: Two of the DFID lead programmes (State Partnership for Accountability, Responsiveness and Capability and the State Accountability and Voice Initiative) have arrived to strengthen governance related activities in Katsina, Yobe and Zamfara.   Output 2 – Human Resources (HR) Human resources for health (HRH) are at the core of successful PHC services and in the states the mix and distribution is affected by politics. It is hoped that the arrival of SAVI and SPARC will strengthen activities in this output. Continue to strengthen HRH committees: This is a key activity to ensure that these committees function optimally . Health Resource Information System (HRIS):  The target is to ensure reliable and up to date HRH information available on staff distribution and skill mix in target facilities in Clusters 1, 2 and 3 so as to allow HR managers and committees information for advocacy and management purposes. Support to new SPHCDA Boards: The purpose will be to strengthen the HR components within these new structures for optimal and efficient management of HR resources. Training school accreditation: we will advocate for and assist the training schools to get accreditation.   Output 3 – Systems and services High quality MNCH services need a strong underlying system that provides the necessary drugs, transportation, equipment and supervision. The cluster approach is firmly entrenched and 2012 will see rollout into clusters 3,4 and 5. Maternal, newborn and child health care Midwives service scheme (MSS): support for this in 2012 will include developing and implementing a retention strategy, induction in clusters 4&5, training and supportive supervision and documentation of lessons learnt. Emergency obstetric care (EOC): ongoing LSS training in old and new clusters, evaluation of impact and strengthening the referral system. Quality improvement (QI): building QI teams at state and facility levels, supporting maternal and perinatal death reviews, exploring QI initiatives through performance based financing (PBF). Maternal: ongoing support for training and commodity supply for focused antenatal care (FANC), postnatal care (PNC) and family planning (FP). Newborn and child: supporting the community based service delivery (CBSD) initiative, kangaroo mother care, integrated management of childhood illnesses (IMCI) training and general child health services. Immunisation: supporting the new vaccine initiative (Penta and MenAfric), seizing all opportunities to strengthen routine immunisation (RI) services including integrating RI with MNCH services and the polio eradication initiative (PEI), and minimising missed opportunities for RI. Systems Sustainable Drug Supply Systems: rolling out to clusters 2,3&4, strengthening the central medical store (CMS) and the facility health committees (FHCs) to play an oversight role, support CBSD schemes and integrate free health care and SDSS. Rehabilitation, equipment and transport: continue to support roll out all the way to cluster 6. Integrated supportive supervision (ISS): key focus is to institutionalise the ISS system and link this to the performance review system.   Output 4 – Operations Research (OR) Through operational research, PRRINN-MNCH aims to transform maternal, newborn and child health in Northern Nigeria by establishing an organisational home and institutionalising evidence-based approaches to improving health policy, decision-making and programming. Dissemination of findings: advocacy to translate research findings into policy, plans and practice. Expand pilots: cross output collaboration to expand and rollout pilots – namely PBF, CBSD and the emergency transport scheme (ETS). Institutional strengthening: training of OR governance institutions and preparing the Health Demographic  Surveillance System (HDSS) site for registration with the InDepth Network and state Ministry of Health management.   Output 5 – Information Management Knowledge management is high on PRRINN-MNCH’s agenda: improved data collection systems, innovative information technological methods, and improved data quality can strengthen the management of a health care system and can be used to document and disseminate learning and successes. Routine Health Management Information System (HMIS): continue to strengthen the routine system with an increasing emphasis on data quality and use of data. Knowledge management: this is the year for the programme to capture and record all the important initiatives and innovations across the seven outputs. Monitoring and evaluation (M&E): continue to strengthen the system and document the impact on programme functioning.   Output 6 – Communication and Demand PRRINN-MNCH’s community engagement strategy is built on a thorough understanding of the barriers of awareness, access, acceptability and affordability that prevent people from using MNCH and RI services. By working with communities, the programme can build demand and use of services and improve health outcomes. Community engagement (CE): roll out model to clusters 4,5&6; institutionalise the model through engagement with SPHCDA Boards, Islamiyya schools, the national union of road transport workers (NURTW) and through developing guidelines and strengthening LGA demand creation teams. Community based service delivery (CBSD): rollout the model, train the community health extension workers (CHEWs), strengthen the safe spaces (SS) programme and revise manuals and tools. Communication: review health promotion policies and provide training; produce and disseminate various communication materials; work closely with religious leaders.   Output 7 – Federal Level Ongoing efforts at federal level will strengthen the links between what is happening at state level and the need to get this information into federal level discussions and policy. “Bringing PHC under one roof”: collaborate with other partners to ensure effective rollout of the policy and the implementation guidelines. Peer and Participatory Rapid Health Appraisal for Action (PPRHAA): package and share this approach at federal level to ensure wider adoption. Advocacy: strengthen Health Reform Foundation of Nigeria (HERFON’s) advocacy capacity and assist in the development of regulations for the health bill. Immunisation: use all opportunities to strengthen RI; strengthen the cold chain; follow up on recommendations from the PEI study and the effective vaccine management (EVM) assessment. Midwives service scheme (MSS): continue with support for training and reviews; introduce the maternal death review approach piloted by our programme. Leveraging extra resources: continue with support for the Global Alliance for Vaccines Initiative (GAVI) fund, support the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) fund review process and continue tracking the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).

Our approach

The key principles adopted by our PRRINN-MNCH team in strengthening both the demand and supply side of maternal, newborn and child health services include:
  • Collaboration with all stakeholders; from political leaders through to key government managers and service providers at all levels (federal, state and local government) and inclusive of communities and community leaders (religious and traditional)
  • Sharing our expertise and experience developed in Nigeria, in Africa and in the broader world - so as to expose all stakeholders to current issues and challenges applicable to the Northern Nigerian situation
  • Evidence-based decision making through rigorously testing new ideas in the Learning Local Government Areas (LLGAs), and exposing leaders, health workers and communities to these outcomes
  • Challenging and provoking stakeholders to think differently and to adopt new ways of addressing old problems
  • Aligning our resources (financial and technical) with those of our stakeholders to ensure synergy, efficiency and effectiveness
  • Empowering team members and stakeholders to ensure sustainability during and after the programme.

Programme aims

The aims of the programme are to help each state achieve the following:
  • Good care for maternity emergencies and fewer maternal deaths
  • 50% more women receiving antenatal care, with many more deliveries by skilled birth attendants
  • 60% of infants under 1 year fully immunized, so there is 80% less measles
  • Numerous health centres rehabilitated and working well, serving 50% more women and children
  • More trained health staff at health centres and hospitals
  • Greatly increased Nigerian and outside funding for primary health care - effectively used and controlled
  • Strong, integrated management of primary health care services – from state level down to grass-roots
  • Greater accountability and responsiveness to patients and communities
  • Effective collaboration between key state ministries, agencies and donors in health sector reforms
  • Practical and concrete federal support for primary health care
  • World-class operational research by Northern Nigerians, finding solutions for prioritised local problems.

What we’re doing

PRRINN-MNCH is a Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) and routine immunization programme as well as a Primary Health Care (PHC) programme. MNCH: Our programme’s focus is on MNCH services through developing Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric Care (CEOC) clusters serving around 500,000 people. However, this entails much more than immediate service needs. Systems that directly impact on these MNCH services - such as drug supply, transport management and infrastructure maintenance systems – need reinforcing. Routine immunization: Routine immunization is often an entry point into primary health care. However, in the PRRINN-MNCH states, routine immunization coverage is low, indicating a lack of access to PHC services. The programme is working with all stakeholders at all levels to ensure that routine immunization services are available and that vaccines arrive safely, on time, to the people that need them. PHC: Stakeholders, development partners and the programme team all realise that to strengthen MNCH services it is necessary to address PHC services as a whole. Many Nigerians acknowledge that PHC services (largely run by local government) are the weak link in the health chain. Thus, for sustainable outcomes, it is important to strengthen supply-side services within the broader context and not in isolation. Therefore, the remit of the programme is also:
  • to engage with the governance aspects that affect how the MNCH services are organised and resourced
  • to understand and influence how human resources are managed
  • to work on demand side aspects to ensure that services become more accessible and of a higher quality
  • to strengthen the information services so that plans and decisions can be evidence-based.
(See the case studies page for explanation of above terms.) Underpinning this is an operational research agenda that will pilot appropriate approaches in Learning Local Government Areas (LLGAs) and roll out success across the states. The brief of the in-country team and the consortium partners is to work closely with all stakeholders to ensure that the work of the PRRINN-MNCH programme is closely aligned and supports stakeholder plans and activities.

Our team

PRRINN-MNCH is managed by a national management team based in Kano, along with the four State Team Managers. The national team is best placed to listen to the needs of national level stakeholders and to develop with them approaches to programme challenges that are culturally sensitive and context specific. Our United Kingdom programme office provides contractual support. The Programme Management Board offers internal governance and oversight. Senior Technical Advisers provide extra technical support.

Programme Management Board (PMB)

The Programme Management Board provides support to the in-country management team and oversees internal governance of the programme. Bryan Haddon is a health systems management analyst who specialises in the management, planning, appraisal and reform of the health sector. He has over 30 years experience in the sector and in the past decade has worked in Ghana, Malawi, Nigeria, South Africa and Tanzania. He is Executive Chairman of Health Partners International and was part of the Management Board and a Senior Technical Adviser for the Partnership for Transforming Health Systems (PATHS), Nigeria (2002-2008). Susan Grant is a specialist in humanitarian best practice interventions in the context of relief and development. Over the past two decades she has overseen change management processes, supervised multi-donor programmes and led processes of change management in different countries, in situations of emergency, transition and development. She has worked as Country Director for Save the Children in Liberia, and currently works in this role in Nigeria. Ike Osakwe is a chartered accountant with over 25 years experience in financial management, organisational systems reviews, strategic and corporate planning, and accounting systems development. He is Managing Director of GRID Consulting, Nigeria. His experience includes providing financial management services for the Benue Health Fund Project in Nigeria (1999-2001), and being on the Management Board for the Partnership for Transforming Health Systems (PATHS), Nigeria (2002-2008).

National

The in-country team is led by the National Programme Manager, Dr Ahmad Abdulwahab, and the Deputy National Programme Manager, Dr Solomon Mengiste. Dr Ahmad Abdulwahab, specialises in public health, programme management and monitoring and evaluation. He has worked in the health sector for 14 years. Prior to becoming State Team Manager for Zamfara he was Director of Primary Health Care and Disease Control at the Yobe Ministry of Health (2005-2007). Dr Solomon Mengiste, National technical advisers
Amina Auta Midwifery Adviser
Anthony Aboda MNCH Adviser
Ben Anyene National Immunization Policy Adviser
Yusuf Yusufari Health Systems Management Adviser
Miniratu Soyoola Social Development and Community Engagement Adviser
Godwin Afenyadu Health Systems Research Manager
Operations Research Adviser
Dije Gimba Communications Adviser
Health Information Management Adviser

States

Each state has its own staff team which is led by a State Team Manager (STM) and includes State Programme Officers and LGA (Local Government Area) Engagement Officers as well as finance, logistics and support personnel. Jigawa State Team Manager Dr Ahmad Said Katsina State Team Manager Dr Musa Usman Matazu played a leading role in the development of the integrated supportive supervision checklist (ISS), supported the establishment of the Eminent Persons Group and multiple training workshops in DHIS software in his capacity as PRRINN-MNCH Senior State Programme Officer. He was a Board Member (2004-2006) of the Federal Medical Centre in Katsina and has been involved in advocacy with the State Government. Yobe State (Acting) Team Manager Abdulaziz Mohammed specializes in Development, Health Information Management and M&E. He has worked in the health sector in different capacities for over 23 years and has a wealth of experience working for many projects funded by the World Bank, UN organizations and USAID. Zamfara State (Acting) Team Manager Dr Sani Dahiru Abubakar

Senior Technical Advisers (STAs)

Our Senior Technical Advisers provide expert support and guidance in their respective fields throughout the life of the programme.
Dr Ahmed Gana (HERFON) Advocacy and change agents
Dr Andrew McKenzie (HPI) Health management systems
Anne McArthur (HPI) Vaccine management
Dr Anthony Klouda (SC UK) Demand creation and equity
Bryan Haddon (HPI) Governance
Cathy Green (HPI) Demand creation and equity
David Melody (SC UK) Public finance management
Ebenezer Ajimokunola (GRID) Financial management
Eric Swedburg (SC UK) Maternal, neonatal and child health
Prof Sally Findley (Columbia University) Operational research
Amrita Gill-Bailey (JHU-CCP) Behaviour change communications
Margaret Caffrey (LATH) Human resources
Michael Siebert (HPI) Human resources; health management systems
Nynke van den Broek (LATH) Maternal, neonatal and child health
Patrick Okonji (GRID) Public financial management
Dr Shehu Sule Governance
Simon Foot (HPI) Governance
Vincent Shaw (University of Oslo) Health Management Information Systems (HMIS); knowledge management

Implementing partners

PRRINN-MNCH is managed by a consortium led by Health Partners International, who run the programme's UK office, and also comprising GRID Consulting and Save the Children, International. The programme also has several associate and network partners: Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University (MSPH) Health Reform Foundation of Nigeria (HERFON) John Hopkins University-Centre for Communications (JHU-CCP) Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH) University of Oslo Transaid Ahmadu Bello University

Where we work

The PRRINN-MNCH programme operates in four northern Nigerian states: Jigawa, Katsina and Zamfara in the north-west zone and Yobe in the north-east zone. The estimated population served in 2009 is just over 17 million (Katsina 6.4 million, Jigawa 4.7 million, Zamfara 3.6 million and Yobe 2.6 million). Each state has its own programme office with a staff team who work closely with local policy makers and communities to realise the programme’s goals. Activities in each state are implemented by State Teams with the support of the national office staff, based in Kano, and Senior Technical Advisers.

About us

We started the Programme for Reviving Routine Immunization in Northern Nigeria (PRRINN) in late 2006 with support from UKaid from DFID (Department for International Development, United Kingdom) to help address the ongoing challenge of eradicating polio and improving coverage of other vaccines in Northern Nigeria. Realising the importance of an improved immunization system within a strengthened primary health care (PHC) system and maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) system, the State Department of the Norwegian Government added significant resources in 2008 to create the PRRINN-MNCH programme. Where we work: The PRRINN-MNCH programme is operational in four northern Nigerian states (Jigawa, Katsina, Yobe and Zamfara) and has a national office in Kano with a presence in the federal capital, Abuja. Our team: The in-country team is led by Nigerian nationals, with additional team members from other countries - including Ghana, Ethiopia, South Africa and Uganda. This roots the programme in the northern Nigerian context but allows experience and expertise, largely from other African countries, to contribute to addressing the challenges the programme faces. The programme is managed by a consortium led by Health Partners International, with GRID Consulting, Nigeria and Save the Children, UK.

What are the best survival pocket knife?

It is always better to have at least one useful survival tool for everyday carry especially when you are in the wilderness or stuck in natural disaster. The best survival pocket knife is definitely available in my bag as the handiest survival tool. Pocket knife could make the difference between life and death. In order to choosing the best suitable pocket knife for my needs, which one should be handy, durable, lightweight, and compact, I have spent all my weekend researching for this survival tool. Here are my top 3 picks with judgement and specs for each knife. If there are nothing meet your needs, click here to read more.

#1 Free Engraving - Quality Elk Ridge Pocket Knife

Elk Ridge Ballistic Quality Pocket Knife  measure 4.75” when it is closed, this is a little bit larger than others survival knifes on the market, but it is still compactt enough for any situation. It features attractive red-brown Pakkawood handle and the black of blade and leather lanyard, what makes this knife nice looking. Not only use in outdoor activity, survival situation or when you are in wilderness, this knife is also useful for everyday use. It comes with reasionable price of $20. This knife is definitely worth your money. From hardest survival task to everyday tasks such as opend parcels or cutting meat, this knife is absolutely what you are looking for. Although the knife flips is sturdy, it is smoothly enough easily and quickly open and close. It also ensure to stay in place once you open it. It provides an extremely sharp, which can be able to cut through wood, rope, and may be sturdy enough for cutting some metals. This knife also make the great gift or a souvenir for the trip as it comes with the option of free engraving. You can order to free engrave 2 lines up to 30 characters per line. You can even choose the font you like to makes it your own design, what make the knife looks professiona.

#2 Kershaw 1670TBLKST Tanto Serrated Blur Knife with SpeedSafe

If you are looking for the professional survival knife that is extremely sturdy and lightweight for the toughest task in survival situation ash as hunting, fishing, emergency rescue, and tactical engagement, The Kershaw Blur Tanto Serrated Pocket Knife is exactly what you should go for. The blade is designed to be corrosion-resistant, being coat with DLC finish to promote the hardness and strength. The blade measures 3-⅜ inch, what makes it useful both extreme and everyday situations. Due to the secure liner lock, the blade will stays in place when you are moving for the optimal safety. It can be opened or flipped with only one hand by pushing the stud by thumb or pressing the flipper. This will be very useful for the situation when you can only move one arm. Once you opened the blade, it also immediately locks into place as long as you do not press the thumb stud. This knife is designed for use with both left and right hand. As it is made from 13C26 stainless steel, which will ensure its durability and long lasting even if you use it for cutting through a tough bit of meat or wood, the blade cannot be snap or damaged easily. This knife can be one of the most study contraction survival pocket knife on the market as the handle is made of black 6061-T6 anodized aluminum. The handle is also non-grips, so you can easily use it even in the wet condition. There is only the downside about this knife is that it do not features a guard between hand and blade.

#3 Victorinox Swiss Army Multi-Tool, Tinker Pocket Knife

Unlike the previous options, this survival knife is also multiple tool. That means it will help you always ready for any situation. Victorinox Swiss Tinker Pocket Knife comes with the perfect size to carry outside with the dimensions are 3.6” in length, 0.6” in height, and 2.2oz in weight. This size is very compact if you know that you will have 12 different tools with this small knife. This product has high quality with affordable price tag. It has the sturdy blade as you can use for a lifetime as its material is tempered, annealed, and polished steel, what makes it very hard and corrosion resistant.

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