She said: “The first breast milk is like the baby’s first vaccination because it provides immunity against diseases. Rafique called on governments, traditional institutions, families and communities to create a supportive environment for breastfeeding mothers by providing nursing spaces in public places, sharing household responsibilities and encouraging proper maternal nutrition. He explained that breast milk contains all the nutrients and water a baby needs, making additional water or other foods unnecessary. According to him, exclusive breastfeeding significantly reduces the risk of severe malnutrition, infections and other childhood illnesses while promoting healthy growth and development. He commended the Bauchi State Government for approving six months’ maternity leave to enable mothers to exclusively breastfeed their babies.