Gombe State confirms cholera outbreak in Billiri LGA

The Gombe State Government has declared a cholera outbreak in Kedo village, located in the Todi Ward of Billiri Local Government Area. The outbreak, characterized by reports of vomiting and diarrhea, resulted in two deaths on October 4.

Health Commissioner Prof. Adamu-Danladi Bojude reported that 74 patients have been treated and discharged, with no active admissions currently recorded. A Rapid Response Team was deployed to support local health officials in investigating the incident and providing free medical care at the Sheila Primary Health Centre.

As of October 21, the state has recorded seven consecutive days without new cases. Officials expressed optimism that the outbreak will be officially declared over by October 24 if no further cases emerge. The state has been implementing an annual prevention plan since 2023, targeting over 150 identified cholera hotspots across 11 local government areas to minimize occurrences.