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NCDC Blames Poor Sanitation for Cholera Outbreak, Records 30 Deaths
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported a concerning surge in cholera cases, with a total of 1,141 suspected cases and 30 confirmed deaths recorded from January to June 2024.
The outbreak has significantly impacted ten states, including Bayelsa, Zamfara, Abia, and Lagos, which together account for 90% of the cases.
Cholera, a highly contagious disease, is primarily transmitted through contaminated food and water. Symptoms include sudden onset of painless watery diarrhea, vomiting, and fever, which can lead to severe dehydration and death if untreated.
The NCDC emphasizes that cholera can be effectively treated with prompt administration of oral rehydration solutions and antibiotics if detected early.
To prevent the spread of cholera, the NCDC advises ensuring access to safe drinking water, proper sanitation, and good hygiene practices such as frequent handwashing.
The public is urged to boil and store water safely, avoid consuming raw or undercooked foods, and maintain proper waste disposal practices to mitigate the risk of infection.
It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.
It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.
“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”
The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.
He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”
The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.
However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.
Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.
He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.
He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”
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