BREAKING: Meningitis ravages Kebbi communities, kills 26

The Kebbi State Government has confirmed that 26 people have died from a suspected outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis in the Aliero, Gwandu, and Jega local government areas.

Cerebrospinal meningitis is a serious infection that causes inflammation of the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is typically caused by bacteria or viruses and can spread from person to person, posing a significant health risk.

Authorities have yet to provide further details on the outbreak, but they continue to monitor the situation closely.

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