Two people have been confirmed dead in Igbaraodo in Ekiti State as a result of cholera.
The Ekiti State commissioner for health, Olusola Fasuba, who confirmed the report, said that at least over 20 cases of cholera has been reported in the state.
According to Mr Fasuba, the case of cholera was first noticed when some residents complained of vomiting and diarrhea.
He added that the victims are currently receiving treatment from various hospitals in the town and that the situation is currently under control.
The commissioner further said Ministry of Health has dispatched a rapid response team to the town, led by the director, of disease control, Ayodele Seluwa.
He said that his team have visited those receiving treatment and also other victims are hospitalized.
The Ministry of Health has sent messages to residents to work on their hygiene situation.
