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Nigeria is currently experiencing a terrible Cerebro Spinal Meningitis (CMS) outbreak, with about 328 people killed already. We told you about the signs and symptoms here.
But Abdulaziz Yari, the Zamfara State Governor, thinks the outbreak is upon us because we’re all sinners
Zamfara State is the worst hit and has the highest number of casualties. When he was questioned about this, he blamed God instead. Read the full story here.
Apparently, this Governor has talked to God in a WhatsApp message and God has revealed the reason we’re suffering from CMS to him
You, when you realize most Nigerian politicians have low thinking capacity
Zamfara people, when they see their governor
Other saner governors be like:
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health has said there’s no such thing and CMS is not spiritual
Meningitis is a medical emergency not spiritual. Report any sign to the nearest health facility. FMoH Advisory 👇https://t.co/l27FKoP8kT
— Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA (@Fmohnigeria) April 4, 2017
In November 2016, a Cerebro Spinal Meningitis (CSM) disease outbreak started in Zamfara State. Â Almost 5 months later, the disease has killed hundreds and has now spread to other states. These are all the facts we know about the outbreak.
1. About 328 people have been killed by meningitis in Nigeria
CMS occurs when the thin tissue covering the brain -meninges- is inflamed.
2. More than 5 states are currently affected including Lagos and Abuja
According to Premium Times it spilled over from Sokoto( in map) to Zamfara, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Niger, Nasarawa, Jigawa, FCT, Gombe, Taraba, Yobe, Osun, Cross Rivers, Lagos and Plateau states.
3. 4 West African countries are currently affected, but Nigeria suffers the most cases
African Meningitis Belt includes the countries usually affected by an outbreak. Currently, Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso are also reportedly affected by the disease.
4. CMS is caused by the Neisseria meningitides bacteria
Symptoms include a stiff neck, high fever, rash, headache, vomiting, and confusion.
5. It’s a COMMUNICABLE disease
Respiratory secretions transfer the disease through kissing, sneezing, coughing, and sharing of eating or drinking utensils.
6. CMS is curable
The disease is treatable with antibiotics, although 5-10% of affected persons die within 24 hours. Once you notice the symptoms, present yourself at a medical centre immediately.
7. How can you prevent yourself?
The most effective way is vaccination. Staying away from infected people, avoiding other people’s utensils or any item that may transfer saliva or respiratory secretions, washing your hands regularly as well as eating healthy to boost your immune system are ways to prevent CMS.
