Kano Assembly raises alarm over Diphtheria outbreak
The Kano State House of Assembly has received an emergency motion over an outbreak of diphtheria in parts of Rano Local Government Area, with lawmakers raising concerns over the reported deaths of more than 50 children. The member representing Rano Local Government, Ibrahim Malami, who raised the matter, said the affected areas include Rurum A, […] Kano Assembly raises alarm over Diphtheria…
The Kano State House of Assembly has expressed concern over a diphtheria outbreak that has claimed over 50 lives of children in Rano Local Government Area. Hon. Ibrahim Malami, representing Rano Constituency, submitted a motion of urgent public importance to the House on Tuesday to highlight the severity of the situation. According to Malami, more than 50 children have succumbed to the outbreak in Rurum A, Rurum B, and Sabuwar Kaura communities, all situated in Rurum Ward of the local government area.
The medical department of the local government has initiated an emergency response, with assistance from the state assembly through the provision of medical drugs. The lawmaker expressed gratitude to the House members for their support in calling for immediate government action to contain the outbreak and prevent additional fatalities.
Additionally, the House approved the appointment of Hon. Salihi Adamu as the new Secretary of Takai Local Government Area. Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, announced the confirmation during Tuesday's plenary after the House Committee on Local Government, chaired by Hon. Aliyu Muhammad, submitted its recommendation based on the nominee's eligibility and capacity to fulfill the duties of the position.
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