NCDC Reports Rising Cases of Cerebrospinal Meningitis, Urges Vigilance
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported a rising number of suspected Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) cases across the country, with children aged 5-14 years the most affected group. The NCDC’s official website stated on Sunday that, 315 suspected cases were reported in three states: Kebbi, Sokoto, and Yobe, 38 of which were confirmed […]
NCDC begins investigation on strange illness identified in Sokoto
The Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr Jide Idris, says the agency has begun investigating and responding to a strange illness identified in six wards in Sokoto State. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja yesterday, Idris explained that the agency has deployed a National Rapid Response Team to […]
Zamfara State Government restricts movement
The Zamfara State Government has ordered immediate restriction of movement along the state’s borders with Katsina and Sokoto from 7pm to 6am due to the resurgence of terrorists’ attacks on innocent travelers. The Commissioner for Information and Culture, Mannir Haidara, disclosed this in a statement, noting that the directive was part of the decision of […]