_August 24, 2026 | 10:05 AM
A contagious eye infection known as “Apollo” has spread across Bauchi State. The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abubakar Suleiman, confirmed that he is among those affected.In a Facebook post on Sunday, the Speaker said he woke up with symptoms of the infection and called on residents to take preventive steps.
“By God’s grace, I woke up today with a highly contagious eye infection commonly known as ‘Apollo,’ which is currently spreading across Bauchi State,” he wrote.Suleiman expressed concern over the rising cases and urged citizens to prioritize hygiene.
“I urge everyone to be vigilant, maintain good hygiene, and take appropriate preventive measures to stop further spread within our communities,” he added.He also advised people to avoid sharing personal items such as towels and eye drops, which can aid transmission.Apollo, also called conjunctivitis, spreads through direct contact with infected persons or through contaminated surfaces and personal belongings.
