Reports reaching us indicates that about two suspected cases of Monkeypox have been recorded in Lagos State.
The revelation was made known by the Commissioner for Health in the state, Dr. Jide Idris, on Monday
Disclosing this at a news conference on Monday evening, Dr. Idris
said that the two suspected cases were currently under observation in
health facilities in the state.
“Though the suspected cases are still under observation, there is
need to sensitise members of the public and provide adequate information
on measures for prevention and control of the disease in line with the
policy of the State government,” he said.
DAILY POST had earlier reported that Akwa Ibom recorded early cases of Monkeypox yesterday.
Charles Udoh, Akwa Ibom state commissioner for information and
strategy, who confirmed the outbreak of the disease in the state, also
said two other suspected cases are under investigation.