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In Northern Nigeria, Trust Shapes Vaccine Uptake More Than Technology Alone

Even as GIS mapping improves coverage, community beliefs, religious leaders, and past medical harm continue to influence decisions.

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Naomi A. Frank-Opigo

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Adetoro Adetayo·Tomi Abe

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April 20, 2026

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Naomi A. Frank-Opigo

Naomi is a Contributing Researcher and Writer at Susinsight.

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