12 IDPs in Benue Camps Suffer Snake Bites Amid Neglect and Overcrowding
In Benue camps, 12 internally displaced persons (IDPs) suffered snake bites, with one victim, Chagu Terhemen, experiencing worsening health conditions after being bitten while heading to the farm. The incident highlights the challenges faced by IDPs, including inadequate medical assistance and overcrowded living conditions in the camps.
Terna Ibaah, a displaced person, raised concerns about the neglect by camp officials, leading to delays in providing medical help to the victims. The situation underscores the urgent need for improved healthcare services and living conditions for IDPs in Benue State.
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