Bbc news nigeria snake

Here are some recent news articles from BBC News about snakes in Nigeria:

  1. Snake bites kill 12 in Nigeria's Adamawa state (BBC News, 2022)

At least 12 people have died from snake bites in Nigeria's Adamawa state, officials say. The victims were bitten by venomous snakes, including cobras and vipers, while working in their farms or forests.

  1. Nigeria's snakebite crisis: 'We're losing our people to snakes' (BBC News, 2021)

Nigeria is facing a growing crisis of snake bites, with many people dying each year from venomous bites. The country's health system is struggling to cope with the problem, and experts say more needs to be done to prevent and treat snake bites.

  1. Snake charmers in Nigeria: 'It's a way of life' (BBC News, 2020)

In Nigeria, snake charming is a popular profession, with many people making a living by catching and selling snakes. But it's a dangerous job, and many charmers have been injured or killed by the snakes they handle.

  1. Nigeria's snakebite victims: 'I was bitten by a snake and left for dead' (BBC News, 2019)

A Nigerian man who was bitten by a snake and left for dead shares his story. He was bitten by a venomous snake while working in his farm and was left with severe injuries. He was eventually treated and survived, but many others are not so lucky.

  1. Snake bites on the rise in Nigeria's rural areas (BBC News, 2018)

Snake bites are on the rise in Nigeria's rural areas, with many people dying each year from venomous bites. The problem is exacerbated by a lack of access to healthcare and antivenom in many rural areas.

These are just a few examples of recent news articles from BBC News about snakes in Nigeria. If you're interested in learning more, I can try to find more articles for you!