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Prominent Traditional Ruler Cries out Over Cost of Food Items

Hetty July 1, 2024

A prominent traditional ruler in Yobe State, Alhaji Shehu Hashimi II Ibn Umar Al-Amin Elkenemi, has expressed...

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There is a looming widespread electric power outage as an explosion has struck the multimillion Naira Zungeru...

Tonto Dikeh’s Ex-Husband Celebrates Son’s Kindergarten Graduation with Wife, (video) Tonto Dikeh's Ex-Husband Celebrates Son's Kindergarten Graduation with Wife (video)

Tonto Dikeh’s Ex-Husband Celebrates Son’s Kindergarten Graduation with Wife, (video)

Hetty July 1, 2024

Popular Nigerian actress, Rosy Meurer has taken to instagram to celebrate her son, King Churchill as he...

Police Speaks About IG Egbetokun Lobbying for Extended Stay in Office

Hetty July 1, 2024

The Nigeria Police Force, NPF, has dismissed reports that the Inspector-General, Kayode Egbetokun, initiated a bill to...

Abayomi noted that the government has achieved success in the implementation of urgent medical and environmental intervention measures. “We were able to supply Kirikiri medium prison with intravenous fluids, infection prevention, and other health consumables. “Additionally, the World Health Organization (WHO) has donated 10,000 doses of pharmaceuticals which have been delivered to the prison to support prison health facilities with prevention strategies for about 3,200 inmates if required. “Immediate water and sanitation issues have been corrected, and there are ongoing inspections of other correctional facilities in the state,” the commissioner said. Abayomi further disclosed that the cholera epidemic in Lagos was traced back to unregulated street drinks and tainted water sources, which were pinpointed as the main culprits a fortnight ago. The commissioner elaborated that various samples obtained from popularly sobo street beverages by undercover environmental officials from the Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and the Ministry of Health in the affected areas confirmed the presence of Vibrio cholerae bacteria, the causative agent of cholera. “All of the containers had no NAFDAC accreditation numbers, indicating they are small cottage backyard informal production units. Identifying the precise location of manufacture has proven difficult and the directorate of environmental health is planning to seal any such unregulated manufacture and make arrests of anybody involved with the manufacture or distribution of beverages without NAFDAC numbers,” Abayomi said. Abayomi further reported a significant decrease in daily cholera cases compared to the spike recorded two weeks ago. He said the Lagos State government recognized the presence of ongoing low-grade community transmission and that there are still a few cases being reported in hospitals. The commissioner mentioned that there have been no new cholera-related deaths in the past 72 hours, but efforts are being intensified to completely eliminate transmission. Abayomi emphasized that the reduction in new cases and the absence of recent deaths indicate that interventions are proving effective. He stressed the importance of residents following public health guidelines, and seeking medical help promptly when symptoms appear. He also highlighted that the state government, through its collaborative “One Health” approach, is implementing environmental health measures with the Lagos Water Corporation and sanitation agencies (LAWMA and LASWAMO). These measures include extensive sanitation activities, inspection and disinfection of boreholes, providing safe drinking water to affected areas, and enforcing stricter regulations on local beverage producers. “Henceforth and as approved by Mr Governor, a higher sanitary and regulatory standard of eateries, food handlers, beverage manufacturers and groundwater will be implemented and enforced to curb the burden of food and water-borne diseases in Lagos,” he added. Abayomi emphasized the necessity of continuous vigilance and adherence to public health precautions. Alongside government efforts, he called on the public to personally ensure the consumption of safe water, food, and drinks, maintain proper personal hygiene, start oral rehydration therapy, and promptly seek medical help if experiencing symptoms such as diarrhoea and vomiting. He highlighted that suspected cholera treatment remains free of charge at all government hospitals. Abayomi assured the public that there is no need for alarm and expressed confidence that, with ongoing collaboration, vigilance, and dedication from all parties involved, the state is enacting decisive actions to effectively combat and manage the spread of cholera, thus protecting the health and well-being of its inhabitants.

Lagos State Confirms Outbreak of Deadly Cholera in Kirikiri Prison

Hetty July 1, 2024

The Lagos State Ministry of Health has confirmed the outbreak of the deadly strain of Cholera disease...

Tems, Others Win Big Again in Latest Bet Awards

Hetty July 1, 2024

Nigerian sensation Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems, secured her fourth BET Award on Monday at the Peacock Theater...

EFCC Gives Update About Officers Caught Assaulting Lady in a Hotel

Hetty July 1, 2024

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has set up a disciplinary committee to investigate two operatives...

Big Brother Naija Season 9 All Set to Premier Big Brother Naija Organizers Finally Announce for Season 9 Kickoff Date (video)

Big Brother Naija Season 9 All Set to Premier

Hetty July 1, 2024

The organizers of the popular Big Brother Naija are set to announce the kickoff date for season...

BREAKING NEWS ! Nigerian Air Force Helicopter Crashes in Kaduna

Hetty July 1, 2024

A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) helicopter has crashed in Tami village of Igabi Local Government Area of...

Tension as Local Government Chairman Suddenly Halts Thanksgiving in Honour of SGF 20240630_201253

Tension as Local Government Chairman Suddenly Halts Thanksgiving in Honour of SGF

Hetty June 30, 2024

There is tension in Benue State following the sudden suspension of a thanksgiving church service organized in...

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Prominent Traditional Ruler Cries out Over Cost of Food Items

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Police Speaks About IG Egbetokun Lobbying for Extended Stay in Office

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