It was learnt that the family members died after eating a poisonous substance in their food on Monday.
The death of 24 family members in Danzanke village of Bargaja ward of Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State has been confirmed by Sokoto State Commissioner for Health, Dr Ali Inname.Ali confirmed the deaths on Tuesday in a statement, stating that the incident was caused by the use of a chemical like fertiliser as seasoning for their food.
”Attempts to save the lives of all the affected people by providing the needed medical care proved abortive," the health commissioner said. According to Ali, it is important for the public to know that the incident was preventable and not contagious. "Food stores should be secured to prevent access to flies, while cooked food and water sources should be secured," he said.
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