An outbreak of measles in two schools located in Akpabuyo’s local government areas of Cross River state have forced pupils to vacate.
According to the Nation, the commissioner for Health in the State, Dr. Henry Ayuk confirmed the outbreak, identifing the two schools as Navy Secondary School and Penniel Primary Schools, both cited in the area.
He disclosed that the State Rapid Response Team from the Ministry of Health has been activated and deployed to the affected area.
The management of the Nigeria Navy School has closed down the school due to the outbreak and directed parents to immediately come and pick up their children in the boarding facility.
The statement from the Navy School to parents read: “Good morning dear parents/guardian. This is to inform you that the school is vacating today due to some prevalent circumstances. The second-term academic activities will continue upon the return of the students.
“The date of return will be communicated. Please note that all SS 3 and JSS 3 students are to check for regular updates on WAEC, NECO, and BECE information.
“To this end, parents/guardians are kindly requested to pick up their children/wards with effect from today Fri 8 March 2024. Thank you and God bless.”
