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Imo State Closes Schools After Diphtheria hit Orlu town.

Published on Jun 16, 2025 • Education

The Imo State government was obliged to close schools in sections of Orlu Local Council due to a fatal diphtheria epidemic, following the deaths of three children, one girl, and two boys, in places like Amihie Ward, Obibi Ochasi, Okwuabala, and Ihiteowere.

After verifying additional instances in the area, Prof. B.T.O. Ikegwuoha, the state's commissioner for primary and secondary education, announced on Sunday. According to him, at least three further instances were found in neighboring families, and three children had already been away.

"We've closed all schools in the affected communities to prevent further spread because the loss of these young lives is tragic," Ikegwuoha said.

He called on parents, teachers, and administrators to adhere to the instructions in the letter.

The affected areas are Obibi Ochasi.Ogberuru.Okwuabala.The Ihioma Clan.Ihitenansa.Ubirielem Asaa.Okabia Umuhu and Communities in the vicinity.

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