A cholera outbreak in Sokoto State, Nigeria, has claimed the lives of at least 25 people, with 15 others hospitalized and receiving treatment. This devastating outbreak, also known as gastroenteritis, has affected 1,160 people across three local government areas, including Sokoto North, Silame, and Kware.
According to the State Commissioner of Health, Asabe Balarabe, the 15 active cases were confirmed through laboratory tests, and efforts are underway to manage and prevent further spread of the disease ¹. The state government has responded swiftly, distributing free drugs to 18 local government areas to curb the outbreak.
Key Details of the Outbreak:
- Number of Deaths: 25
- Number of Hospitalized: 15
- Total Cases: 1,160
- Affected Areas: Sokoto North, Silame, and Kware local government areas
- Response Efforts: Free drug distribution, collaboration with rescue teams, and recruitment of healthcare workers
The commissioner highlighted challenges facing the health sector, including dilapidated infrastructure and inadequate resources, which have plagued the sector for the past eight years. However, there’s hope for improvement, as Governor Ahmad Aliyu has recruited 864 nurses and midwives, with plans to recruit more supporting staff.This devastating outbreak, also known as gastroenteritis, has affected 1,160 people across three local government areas, including Sokoto North, Silame, and Kware.
According to the State Commissioner of Health, Asabe Balarabe, the 15 active cases were confirmed through laboratory tests, and efforts are underway to manage and prevent further spread of the disease ¹. The state government has responded swiftly, distributing free drugs to 18 local government areas to curb the outbreak.
Key Details of the Outbreak:
- Number of Deaths: 25
- Number of Hospitalized: 15
- Total Cases: 1,160
- Affected Areas: Sokoto North, Silame, and Kware local government areas
- Response Efforts: Free drug distribution, collaboration with rescue teams, and recruitment of healthcare workers
The commissioner highlighted challenges facing the health sector, including dilapidated infrastructure and inadequate resources, which have plagued the sector for the past eight years. However, there’s hope for improvement, as Governor Ahmad Aliyu has recruited 864 nurses and midwives, with plans to recruit more supporting staff.
