Ogun records 25 suspected cholera cases, 1 death in seven LGAs

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The Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi Coker has said 25 suspected cases of cholera have been recorded in seven local government areas of the state. The local governments are Adoodo/Ota, Remo North, Odeda, Sagamu, Ijebu North, E wekoro, and Obafemi Owode.

Dr Coker revealed this on Monday during a press conference held at the Press Centre in Oke-Mosan Abeokuta. She noted that the federal government has provided technical support to contain the outbreak while stressing the importance of personal hygiene, proper food handling, and clean water consumption to prevent the spread.

“As of today 24th, June 2024, the Ogun State has recorded 25 suspected cases of Cholera in 7 LGAs namely, Adoodo/Ota, Remo North, Odeda, Sagamu, Ijebu North, Ewekoro, and Obafemi Owode, with 9 confirmed case and unfortunately, 1 death. Meanwhile, the commissioner urged the public to adhere to precautionary measures and report any suspected cases.

 

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