The Sokoto State Government has confirmed the de.ath of 33 children following a fresh outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis in parts of the state, as health authorities battle a growing number of infections
Cerebrospinal meningitis is a deadly infection that causes inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.
It spreads more easily during the dry and hot season, particularly in overcrowded communities with poor ventilation.
Northern Nigeria, including Sokoto State, falls within Africa’s “meningitis belt,” a region known for recurring outbreaks.
Confirming the outbreak, Commissioner for Health, Faruk Abubakar, disclosed this on Wednesday during an advocacy meeting with district heads on SARMAAN and MNTE.
The meeting was organised by the State Primary Healthcare Development Agency in collaboration with Sightsavers and the Chigari Foundation.
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