The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported a sharp rise in Lassa fever cases across the country, revealing that five states now account for over 90% of confirmed infections in the current season. According to the NCDC’s week-nine epidemiological update (24 February–2 March 2025), Nigeria recorded 535 confirmed cases of Lassa fever out of
Nigeria continues to grapple with the burden of infectious diseases as the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that 366 people have lost their lives to Lassa fever and meningitis across various states since late 2024. The data, which spans multiple epidemiological weeks, underscores the persistent challenge of epidemic-prone diseases in
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has intensified its efforts to combat the ongoing Lassa fever outbreak, which has resulted in the deaths of 122 individuals nationwide within the first quarter of 2025. As part of these efforts, the agency is monitoring 1,277 contacts of confirmed cases to prevent further spread of
