Health
Cholera Outbreak: 17 Cases And 15 Deaths Confirmed In Lagos

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8 months agoon
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Ekwutos Blog
Lagos State government has confirmed 17 cases of cholera out of 350 suspected cases across 29 wards in the state, resulting in 15 fatalities.
Ekwutosblog reports that the government has activated its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre at Mainland Hospital, Yaba, Lagos, to address the increasing number of severe gastroenteritis cases across multiple local government areas (LGAs) in the state, according to a statement released on Saturday.
Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, revealed that laboratory investigations have confirmed the presence of Cholera sub-type O-1, which is associated with more severe disease. While cases are subsiding in previously affected LGAs due to interventions and surveillance efforts, new cases are being recorded in previously unaffected areas.
To control the outbreak, the government has collected water, food, and beverage samples from affected LGAs and is conducting inspections of facilities. Cholera kits are being prepositioned in health facilities across the state, and public health education campaigns are underway.
Residents are urged to take precautionary measures, including drinking safe water, cooking food thoroughly, maintaining personal hygiene, and reporting symptoms like watery diarrhea or vomiting immediately.
The Commissioner for ealth noted that the treatment for suspected cholera is provided free of charge at all government facilities, and the government will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide regular updates.
“During this Ileya festive season, residents are advised to drink safe water, cook food thoroughly, maintain personal hygiene, wash hands regularly, use sanitiser, and avoid overcrowded places.
“Reporting symptoms like watery diarrhoea or vomiting immediately is also crucial, to save lives and prevent transmission to other members of the community.
“Treatment for suspected cholera is provided free of charge at all government facilities as part of government standard public health response.
“We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide regular updates. Residents are advised to stay informed and adhere to public health advisories to ensure their safety and well-being during this period.”
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Fear, concerns as Kano hospital turns ‘beehive’ of phone-snatching, other criminal activities

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18 hours agoon
February 17, 2025By
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Reports from Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital (MMSH), one of the largest healthcare facilities in the country and the largest state-owned hospital in Kano, indicate that in recent times, insecurity has become a pressing concern in the vicinity of the hospital.
A post by one Ahmed Deedat laments that the presence of hoodlums in the area grows with each passing day, leaving patients, their relatives, and hospital staff vulnerable to phone snatchers and armed robbers.
Recently, a midwife working at the hospital fell victim to a violent attack by phone snatchers. She was injured and robbed of her phone. Similar incidents have been reported, with staff and patients’ relatives being targeted by thugs who snatch phones, bags, and other belongings at knifepoint.
In one incident last year, a doctor was threatened while attending to patients at her desk. In another one, a nurse had to crawl under a patient’s bed to evade attackers. These alarming events highlight the growing insecurity in and around the hospital. Many people have consequently called for urgent intervention by security operatives.
Although the hospital management has made efforts to enhance security within the premises, the problem extends beyond its walls. The surrounding area has become unsafe, compromising the ability of healthcare workers to provide effective services. Day or night, the fear of attack looms large, creating what can only be described as “thuggery with impunity.”
An investigation conducted by DAILY POST confirmed an escalating insecurity in the area which is a major threat to the hospital. However, a source from the hospital, who requested anonymity, said that most of the phone-snatching incidents occur outside the hospital premises.
“Recently, some thugs snatched a phone from one of our staff members known as ‘Dogara’ and even injured him with a machete.
“Even doctors have not been spared from these criminals. There was an incident where they stopped a female doctor, Dr. Fatima, and snatched her phone after her night shift.
“Nowadays, once it starts getting dark, people become anxious if they have a phone with them. The priority is to get home safely,” the source revealed.
DAILY POST contacted the spokesperson of the Kano State Police Command, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, but he did not respond to the several calls put across to his phone line.
Recall that in 2023, many people lost their lives to phone-snatchers in Kano. This prompted the state government to declare a state of emergency on phone-snatching in July 2023 and set up a committee comprising the police, military, NSCDC, and vigilante groups to tackle the menace.
DAILY POST tried to contact the Chairman of the Kano State Anti-Phone Snatching Committee, retired General Gambo Ahmed Mai’adua, but he couldn’t be reached on phone.
But a retired Captain, Abdullahi Bakoji who is a security analyst in Kano explained steps to follow to avoid falling victim.
According to Abdullahi, “people should avoid walking while using their phones, especially at night, and they should avoid getting into vehicles they do not trust and stay away from places known for phone snatching”.
Health
Tragedy Strikes Gospel Film Industry as Beloved Actress Toluwalope Adegboyega-Alagbe Passes On

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4 days agoon
February 14, 2025By
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The Nigerian gospel film community is reeling in shock and grief following the untimely demise of talented actress Toluwalope Adegboyega-Alagbe, fondly known for her captivating portrayal of Flora in the acclaimed Abattoir series.
Toluwalope’s passing on February 4, 2025, was met with an outpouring of tributes and condolences on social media, as fans and colleagues struggled to come to terms with the loss. The actress succumbed to injuries sustained in a car accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in December.
Joshua Mike-Bamiloye, son of Mount Zion Faith Drama Ministry founder Mike Bamiloye, confirmed the news of Toluwalope’s passing in a heartfelt post on X.
Fellow actors and colleagues have begun paying their respects, sharing fond memories and anecdotes about Toluwalope’s remarkable life and career.
Toluwalope’s passing comes just months after the industry mourned the loss of another prominent figure, Moses Korede Are, popularly known as Baba Gbenro in the Abattoir series.
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Zicsaloma Claps Back at Critics Over His Post-Surgery Appearance

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February 10, 2025By
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Nigerian comedian Aloma Isaac Junior, popularly known as Zicsaloma, has fired back at online trolls who mocked his new look after undergoing ethnic rhinoplasty surgery in Turkey. The procedure, which altered the shape of his nose, sparked a flurry of ridicule on social media.
In response, Zicsaloma shared a new video on Instagram, detailing his surgical experience. In a voiceover, he addressed his detractors, saying, “I know some of you are praying it looks bad, but my God, pass una. This is my 10-day result. It’s still swollen, and it will still take months for me to recover, but I already love it.”
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