World-renowned footballer, Kanu Nwankwo, has urged the government to channel energy and funds to the health sector.
Four of already existing general hospitals were upgraded to specialist facilities.
The state said it’s engaging 12 pharmacists and two pharmacy technicians to fast-track the implementation of the initiative.
The 15th outbreak emerged when a new case of the deadly virus was confirmed in the eastern city of Beni on August 22.
The second-highest cause of death was cardiac disorder, which caused 61.5 deaths per 100,000 people in 2021.
“Our biggest challenge is that of diesel. The board does not have the fund to power the generating sets to pump water,” Mr Ekpo disclosed.
“If there is any ‘emi lokan’ that is wrong, it is the ’emilokan of emilokan’ because ‘ko’kan’ (Not his turn),” Mr Utomi declared.
The Bauchi government has approved N15 million to enhance preparedness against the outbreak of gastroenteritis.
In severe cases, dengue can cause joint pain, nausea, vomiting, rashes, breathing problems, haemorrhaging and organ failure.
According to a Dutse resident, a 25-litre keg of water sells at N50.
