Suspected Food Poisoning Kills Four Qur’anic Pupils in Kano

Four Qur’anic school pupils have reportedly died in Kano State following suspected food poisoning.

The incident, reported in Kano, has raised concerns over the safety and welfare of pupils attending Qur’anic and Tsangaya schools in the state.

The victims were among Almajiri pupils who reportedly became ill after consuming food suspected to have been contaminated.

Authorities are expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the cause of the deaths.

The development has also renewed calls for greater attention to hygiene, food safety and healthcare provisions in Qur’anic schools across Kano State.