Lagos State Health Commissioner, Prof. Akin Abayomi, reported that the source of the cholera outbreak in the state remains unidentified. He provided an update on June 22nd, noting new cases emerging as of June 20th, 2024, just a day after an uptick in recorded fatalities related to the disease was announced.
The affected areas, as depicted in infographics, include Agege, Badagry, Ikeja, Mushin, Ajeromi-Ifelodun, Epe, Ikorodu, Ojo, Alimosho, Eti-Osa, Kosofe, Oshodi-Isolo, Amuwo-Odofin, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos Island, Shomolu, Apapa, Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos Mainland, and Surulere.
Abayomi mentioned that the Emergency Operations Centre, in conjunction with various partners, is actively involved in tasks such as contact tracing, community surveillance, awareness initiatives, sample analysis, and ensuring that those with confirmed cholera cases receive appropriate medical care.
Regarding the trigger for the cholera outbreak, Abayomi stated that while no locally made beverages containing the cholera bacteria have been pinpointed so far, investigations are ongoing.
