According to him, first aid response is critical in snakebite cases. He reiterated the danger of tying the affected limb, saying, “Tying a piece of cloth will localise venom in the affected part. He explained that the reported reduction in snakebite cases in recent years does not necessarily reflect improved outcomes. “The reduction in snakebite cases reported in recent years is likely due to the unavailability of free antivenoms. Also speaking, Dr Abe Musa, a member of the Toxinological Society of Nigeria, berated patients for tying snakebite wounds, warning that the practice could worsen the condition.“They are playing with their health.

Source: Punch February 04, 2026 09:49 UTC