NCDC investigates as mysterious illness breaks out in Kaduna, Sokoto, Zamfara

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC
has launched an investigation into a mysterious illness that has continued to
trigger in Kaduna, Sokoto and Zamfara states.

The health agency said in an update on its official website
that it is currently analysing samples from affected individuals to determine
the actual cause of the strange disease.

The NCDC disclosed that about 196 cases have so far been
reported in Isa, Sabon Birni, and Ilella local government areas of Sokoto
State, leading to the death of at least seven persons.

It added that “samples have been sent to sister laboratories
for further analysis.

“Reports of similar cases in Zamfara also prompted the
dispatch of a National Rapid Response Team, NRRT to assess and provide support.