Zamfara state reports a suspected case of Monkeypox

Zamfara state has reported one suspected case of monkeypox, according to the state government, health officials are examining the situation to ascertain if it is a confirmed case.

The State Commissioner for Health, Aliyu Abubakar, said in a meeting organised by the Zamfara State Primary Healthcare Board in Gusau, the state Capital, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Aliyu Mohammed, “Though there is no confirmed case of monkeypox in the State, the ministry has put in place measures to prevent the outbreak of the disease.

“All hands are on deck to ensure the safety of all residents from any disease.”

He said the state government is not leaving any stone unturned to ensure a virus-free community.

According to him, the government’s plans are underway to acquire drones that will help in the delivery of medical consumables to hospitals in troubled areas.

He added that insecurity is one of the major challenges in ensuring full health coverage in the state.