At least seven individuals have died due to a cholera outbreak in the Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, and 71 others have been admitted to the hospital.
This information was provided by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in a statement posted on its X.com page on Tuesday.
NEMA indicated that the outbreak was triggered by recent flooding, which polluted the local drinking water supplies. The statement also mentioned that approximately 100 people are currently being monitored and observed.
It read, “The National Emergency Management Agency has responded to a suspected cholera outbreak in Yola North LGA of Adamawa State, affecting the communities of Alkalawa, Doubeli, Rumde, and Gwadabawa.
“As of September 16, 2024, 71 patients have been hospitalised, with over 100 under observation, and seven confirmed deaths.
“The outbreak is attributed to a recent flood disaster that contaminated the primary drinking water source. Due to the overflow at the isolation centre, some patients are being transferred to the Federal Medical Centre.”
NEMA further revealed that it had collaborated with the state government to implement emergency measures aimed at mitigating the impact of the disease.
“NEMA, along with the Adamawa State government, has initiated emergency measures, including chlorinating toilets and providing water treatment to reduce the spread of infection.
“They have also conducted community education to raise awareness about the disease. NEMA is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with stakeholders for timely intervention,” the statement summarized.
NAIJATRAFFIC Online reported on June 24 that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention revealed the country had seen 1,528 suspected cholera cases and 53 fatalities across 31 states and 107 Local Government Areas.
During a press briefing to provide an update on the cholera situation, Dr. Jide Idris, the Director General of the NCDC, stated that the Federal Government had activated the National Emergency Operation Centre to address cholera.
