Oyo State Government Denies Diphtheria Claims by SSACO
The Oyo State Government, represented by Dr Sulaimon Olanrewaju, the Special Assistant (Media) to the Governor, stated that there are currently no confirmed cases of diphtheria in the state. This announcement was made in response to claims from the Senator Sharafadeen Alli Campaign Organisation (SSACO), which alleged that diphtheria was affecting several Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Oyo State.
SSACO claimed 16 LGAs were impacted, including Atisbo and Ibadan North West, but the Ministry of Health reported suspected cases in only 10 LGAs, with no confirmations. Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, the Hon. Commissioner for Health, noted that the government has taken necessary preparedness measures, including procuring antibiotics and activating rapid response teams.
Additionally, SSACO's assertion regarding Oyo State's childhood immunisation coverage was also refuted, with the government stating that Oyo's coverage is at the South West average, contrary to SSACO's claims.
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