Strange Disease Outbreak in Gombe Community Leaves 12 Dead and Dozens Hospitalized

Reports from the Chessi community in Kulani District of Balanga Local Government Area in Gombe State indicate that an unidentified disease has resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals and the hospitalization of more than 50 others. Medical professionals, Dr. Israel James and Yakubu Maina, are investigating the illness, ruling out cholera. They are currently conducting tests on blood and water samples to determine the nature of the disease.

Patients affected by the outbreak are experiencing severe symptoms such as intense headaches, high fever, jaundice, and stomach pain. There are currently over 30 individuals bedridden due to these symptoms. Community members have been urged to promptly report any suspicious symptoms to the health center at Chessi Primary School.

In response to the crisis, Alhaji Musa Buba, the representative of Balanga North Constituency in the Gombe State House of Assembly, has donated drugs and essential supplies valued at over 1.5 million naira to aid the affected individuals. He commended Governor Inuwa Yahaya for deploying a team from the Ministry of Health and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to address the situation.

Several patients, including Habiba Salisu, Aisha Mohammed, and Mohammed Sulaiman, expressed their appreciation to Hon. Musa Buba for his timely provision of necessary medications and supplies.