Farmers in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State have raised the alarm over a troubling increase in fatalities caused by snakebites during crop harvesting.
Speaking on behalf of the affected farmers, Ndagi Zakari, the local representative in the State House of Assembly, expressed deep concern during a recent plenary session and stated that the alarming rate of deaths resulting from these incidents.
According to Zakari, victims are often attacked while travelling to their farms, exacerbating the dangers faced by the farming community.
He emphasized the urgent need for intervention, as the lack of accessible medical treatment has made snakebites a deadly threat.
“The victims are not just numbers; they are our brothers, sisters, and community members,” Zakari said