BREAKING: Cholera outbreak claims 5 lives in Yola North

A cholera outbreak has claimed the lives of four people in Yola North Local Government Area (LGA) as health authorities confirm the spread of the disease.

According to reports, five new cases were recorded between September 4th and 15th, 2024, from Alkawa Ward, Ajiya Ward, and Limawa Ward. The total number of confirmed cases now stands at 50, with four fatalities.

The recent cases have been reported from the same three settlements, with no new wards or communities affected. Health officials are closely monitoring the situation, and samples collected from the outbreak have tested positive for Vibrio cholerae 01 serotype at Yola Specialist Hospital.

In an interview, Yola North LGA Chairman, Barrister Jibril Ibrahim, confirmed the outbreak and urged the Adamawa State Government for swift intervention to contain the spread.

He called for community cooperation with health workers, who have begun house-to-house visits to raise awareness and prevent further cases.

“We need immediate support from the state government and collaboration from the people of Yola North to help health workers in their efforts to control this outbreak,” said Barrister Ibrahim.

Authorities have encouraged residents to follow public health guidelines and report any suspected cases as efforts to contain the outbreak continue.