Seven people have died from an outbreak of the cholera disease in the Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, News About Nigeria reports.
This was disclosed by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in a statement on Tuesday.
The agency noted that the outbreak of the disease is a result of a recent flood that contaminated the communities’ drinking water sources.
The agency stated that 71 others have been hospitalised, while at least 100 people are also under monitoring and observation.
NEMA also disclosed that some of the patients are being transferred to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) as a result of the overflow in the isolation centres.
NEMA further disclosed that it has collaborated with the state government to implement emergency measures aimed at mitigating the impact of the disease.
The statement reads, “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, 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.”
