Panic as cases of flesh-eating disease increases

Some fresh cases of a flesh-eating skin disease, have been reported in Adamawa State, Nigeria. The disease which is suspected to be Buruli ulcer, has claimed about 23 patients who are currently receiving treatment at the Yola Specialist Hospital.

An Epidemiologist, Stephen Kadabiu Jones, confirmed the cases of infected patients to Sahara Reporters on Thursday.

While describing the health situation as deeply concerning, Kadabiu confirmed that the ministry had mobilised special teams to contain the spread of the infection.

“Yes, we brought them on Tuesday. We are monitoring the situation closely and ensuring that all affected persons receive the necessary care,” he said.