Suspected Food Poisoning Claims Six Lives In Kogi

Suspected Food Poisoning Claims Six Lives In Kogi....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

At least six people recently died in a Kogi State community due to suspected food poisoning. Naija News reports that the incident occurred in Anyoke, Okunchi Ward, within the Adavi Local Government Area……. CONTINUE READING 

The victims reportedly started showing severe symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea after consuming a meal made with cassava flour last week. Eight family members who ate the dish, known as Amala, were taken to three different medical facilities for treatment. Of these, six were diagnosed with multiple organ failure and later died from related complications. The remaining two individuals received medical care and have been discharged.

In response, the Kogi State Ministry of Health has formed a committee to investigate the suspected food poisoning. Commissioner for Health, Hon. AbdulAzzez Adams Adeiza, confirmed that the investigation is underway. He noted that a specialized team, including state and WHO officials, along with the Disease Surveillance and Notification Officer (DSNO), has been deployed to probe the outbreak. Cassava flour samples have been collected for toxicological analysis in collaboration with the state Ministry of Agriculture.

The Kogi State Government is covering the medical expenses of the victims and will publicly release the final toxicology report. Fortunately, no further cases of vomiting or diarrhea have been reported in the affected household or community.

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