Vaccines & Immunisation
Vaccines and immunisation products available in Nigeria
Vaccines are safe and are one of the most effective public health interventions ever developed
Even if you had the disease before, vaccination can boost your immunity
Vaccines save lives in Nigeria
Vaccines are one of the safest ways to protect yourself and your family from serious diseases. They train your immune system to fight infections before they happen — no treatment needed.
Why vaccinate?
Prevents disease
Stops you from getting infected in the first place — not just treating after.
Protects the community
When more people are vaccinated, diseases struggle to spread to the vulnerable.
NAFDAC approved
Every vaccine listed here is registered and approved for use in Nigeria.
Childhood & Routine
Part of the National Programme on Immunisation (NPI) — given in the first years of life
Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, Poliomyelitis & Haemophilus influenzae type B conjugate vaccine
Hexaxim Vaccine
Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis and Poliomyelitis vaccine
Adacel Polio Vaccine, Tetraxim Vaccine Suspension for Injection in Prefilled Syringe
Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Hepatitis B and Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine
Pentabio Vaccine
Haemophilus Influenzae Type B vaccine
HibPro Haemophilus Influenzae Type B Conjugate Vaccine
Measles and Rubella vaccine, Live
MRBEV - Measles and Rubella Vaccine Five Dose Vial - 2.5mL, MRBEV - Measles and Rubella Vaccine Five Dose Vial - 5mL
Measles vaccine, Live
Measles Vaccine, Live Attenuated
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella vaccine, Live
Priorix Vaccine
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella; Varicella vaccine
Priorix Tetra
Pneumococcal polysaccharide conjugate vaccine
Pneumosil Vaccine 0.5mL, Pneumosil Vaccine 2.5mL
Poliomyelitis vaccine
Polio Sabin Bivalent Oral Poliomyelitis Vaccine Types 1 and 3, Poliomyelitis vaccine
Rotavirus vaccine
Rotarix Oral Suspension Applicator, Rotarix Oral Suspension Tube
Tetanus Toxoid; Diphtheria Toxoid
Adsorbed Td Vaccine, SII Td-Vac Vaccine
Hepatitis
Protection against hepatitis A and B liver infections
Adolescent & Young Adults
Recommended for teenagers and young adults — includes HPV and meningococcal vaccines
Human papillomavirus bivalent L1 protein vaccine, recombinant
Cervarix Vaccine
Human papillomavirus quadrivalent L1 protein vaccine, recombinant
GARDASIL Suspension for Intramuscular Injection
Meningococcal A Polysaccharide
Meningococcal A Conjugate Vaccine 10mcg, Meningococcal A Conjugate Vaccine 5mcg
Meningococcal ACWY conjugate vaccine
Menactra Vaccine, MenQuadfi Vaccine
Meningococcal ACWY polysaccharide vaccine
Mendoz Meningitis Vaccine
Meningococcal ACWYX conjugate vaccine
Silmen-5
Varicella-zoster vaccine, Live attenuated
Varilrix Vaccine, Varirid vaccine
Travel & Outbreak
Recommended when travelling abroad or in outbreak situations
Ebola vaccine
Mvabea suspension for injection, Zabdeno suspension for injection
Rabies vaccine
Rabisin Suspension for Injection, Verorab Rabies Vaccine, Inactivated
Typhoid Vi Conjugate Vaccine
Typbar TCV
Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine
Typbar Vi Capsular Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine, Typbar Vi Capsular Polysaccharide Vaccine 0.5
Women & Pregnancy
Given during antenatal care to protect mother and baby
Emergency / Post-exposure
Given after injury or exposure — not routine vaccination
When to see a doctor
Seek care if you notice any of the following
- You have a high fever that lasts more than 3 days after getting a vaccine, or your temperature is above 38°C (100.4°F).
- You experience severe pain, swelling, or redness at the site of the vaccine injection that spreads to other parts of your body.
- You have difficulty breathing or swallowing after receiving a vaccine, or you feel like you are choking.
- You experience a severe allergic reaction after getting a vaccine, such as hives, itching, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
- You notice a change in your skin, such as a rash, blisters, or open sores, after receiving a vaccine, especially if it's severe or spreads quickly.
For guidance only — always consult a qualified healthcare provider.