In a tragic turn of events, the specter of measles has cast a somber shadow over the communities of Mubi North Local Government Area in Adamawa State, claiming the lives of no fewer than 19 innocent children.


The heart-wrenching toll was revealed by Mr. Felix Tangwami, the Commissioner for Health, who addressed the press in Mubi on a solemn Saturday.


A grim reality confronts the region, with over 200 children falling victim to the suspected complications stemming from the measles outbreak.


Tangwami's words carried the weight of the sorrow that has befallen these communities, underscoring the urgency of the situation.


The outbreak sent shockwaves through Yola, prompting swift action as medical personnel and vital supplies were mobilized to the affected areas.


Tangwami's reassurance echoed amidst the grief-stricken populace, promising that those children battling severe infections would receive the necessary care, with referrals to hospitals for urgent treatment.

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