Recurrent outbreaks of cholera in Nigeria has been described as embarrassing.
The Citizens Free Service Forum (CFSF) noted that recurrent outbreaks of cholera in the country was an indication of failure of the Federal Government in health sector.
Condemning failure of government to prevent flooding as predicted by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMET), CFSF stated that flooding could worsen and prolong the current cholera outbreak.
The Executive Director of CFSF, Comrade Sani Baba said in Abuja that “Even with the humongous sums that the federal and state governments budget for provision of water every year it has become embarrassing that Nigeria is still listed among countries with cholera outbreaks and deaths.
“The situation looks gloomy. The timing of the floods which coincides with the cholera outbreak is a recipe for more infections and deaths except government at all levels take urgent and proactive steps beyond ongoing sensitization efforts.
“The provision of water must also go beyond the urban areas to remote localities where locals depend on unwholesome sources for their domestic and other uses.
“CFSF will continue working with other civil society and labour groups to expose and challenge impediments to access and affordability, both of which have forced Nigerians to patronize unwholesome water.”