NCDC Reports 118 Deaths as Lassa Fever Outbreak Reaches 33 States
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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reported 3,465 suspected cases of Lassa fever between January and March 2025, 645 confirmed cases, and 118 deaths in 91 local government areas in 33 states. Announcing the cases on Sunday, NCDC Director-General Dr. Jide Idris reported that 20 health workers were infected in Ondo (8), Bauchi (4), Edo (1), Taraba (2), Ebonyi (1), Gombe (2), Benue (1), and Ogun (1). Government Response & Challenges In an effort to stem the spread, the NCDC deployed Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) to 10 states that include Kogi, Plateau, Ondo, Edo, Bauchi, Ebonyi, Taraba, Benue, Gombe, and Nasarawa. Response activities in Edo and Taraba took 10 and 7 additional days due to the number of cases being more severe than initially thought. The Lassa Fever National Emergency Operations Centre (LF-EOC) has been elevated to Response Level 2, allowing for greater coordination between federal and state agencies, local governments, and development partners. The government also distributed personal protective equipment (PPE) and treatment supplies to the affected areas. Despite this, the NCDC identified several challenges that are hindering containment, including: Inadequate community surveillance and delayed case detection. Lack of human and financial resources to carry out contact tracing and case management. Manpower-limited treatment centers. Patient reluctance to seek early treatment, with the majority resorting to self-medication and traditional treatment. Call for Urgent Action Dr. Idris called on state governments and private sector stakeholders to support the funding of Lassa fever treatment and also increase public health publicity campaigns. He also called on healthcare professionals to adhere rigorously to infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols and requested Nigerians to maintain a clean environment to reduce rodent infestation, one of the primary drivers of Lassa fever transmission. NCDC emphasized the demand for timely clinical intervention, healthier healthcare facilities, and ongoing people’s education on how to combat the transmission of the deadly disease. Related Posts 8 Ways to Encourage Daily Walking Moving your body is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health, but you Read more Effects of absent father on marriage. We cannot disregard the fact that the absence of a father, whether due to death, physical absence, or emotional unavailability, Read more Tinubu Unveils Ambitious Economic Plan to Halve Inflation by 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has outlined an ambitious economic agenda aimed at reducing Nigeria’s inflation rate from the current 34.6% Read more 2024 Elections: A Mixed Bag of Milestones, Setbacks, and Electoral Integrity Challenges The year 2024 marked a significant milestone for Nigeria as it celebrated 25 years of uninterrupted democratic rule. The electoral Read more Olawale Moses OyewoleOlawale Moses Oyewole is an adept writer who stays on top of current events and curate informative and engaging articles for his readers. He is a digital strategist who help brands gain online visibility.
NCDC Reports 80 Deaths from Lassa Fever, Urges Preventive Measures
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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 80 deaths from 413 Lassa fever cases across 11 states during Epidemiological Week 6 (Feb. 3–9, 2025). The agency, in its latest Lassa Fever Situation Report, noted that the case fatality rate (CFR) had risen to 19.4%, up from 17.5% in the same period in 2024. According to the report, Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi states accounted for 73% of confirmed cases, with Ondo leading at 34%, followed by Edo at 21% and Bauchi at 18%. A total of 63 local government areas in these states recorded infections. While the number of new cases declined from 68 in Week 5 to 54 in Week 6, the NCDC remains concerned about the high fatality rate, partly attributed to delayed case presentations. The agency identified poor health-seeking behaviour, high treatment costs, and limited awareness in high-burden areas as key challenges in tackling the outbreak. In response, the NCDC has activated the National Lassa Fever Multi-Sectoral Incident Management System (IMS) to coordinate interventions, including: Deploying National Rapid Response Teams (NRRT) to Gombe, Nasarawa, and Benue. Training healthcare workers in Lassa fever case management in Bauchi, Ebonyi, and Benue. Enhancing surveillance and contact tracing in affected states. Distributing protective equipment, antiviral drugs, and essential response materials. Conducting community sensitisation and risk communication campaigns in hotspot areas. The NCDC is also collaborating with the World Health Organisation (WHO), Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), and other partners to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outbreak response. To prevent infection, Nigerians are urged to: Store food in sealed containers to prevent rodent contamination. Keep homes clean and eliminate rodent hiding places. Wash hands regularly with soap and water. Avoid bush burning, which drives rats into homes. Seek medical attention early if experiencing fever, sore throat, or unexplained bleeding. The NCDC emphasised that Lassa fever is preventable and encouraged Nigerians to stay informed. For real-time updates and safety guidelines, the agency advised visiting www.ncdc.gov.ng or calling the toll-free line 6232. Related Posts Market offers rent-now, pay-later answer to tenants. Prospective renters in Nigeria can now breathe a sigh of relief as a rental solution that simplifies renting and facilitates Read more Rwanda retreat: Nigerian governments discuss complex issues. The Nigerian governors will attend and participate in a three-day leadership retreat in Kigali, Rwanda, designed to provide a platform Read more 8 Ways to Encourage Daily Walking Moving your body is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health, but you Read more Shaibu: I support Obaseki and seek governorship. Philip Shaibu, the deputy governor of Edo State, has pledged to remain loyal to Edo State’s governor, Godwin Obaseki, despite Read more Olawale Moses OyewoleOlawale Moses Oyewole is an adept writer who stays on top of current events and curate informative and engaging articles for his readers. He is a digital strategist who help brands gain online visibility.
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At least 12 people have died from Lassa fever in Ondo State, with 112 confirmed cases out of 353 reported cases, according to the Acting Statistician-General of the state, Olusola Ajayi. Ajayi, who made the revelation in Akure while addressing workers of the Ondo State Waste Management Authority, described the situation as alarming. He urged sanitation workers to collaborate with health sector stakeholders to improve environmental hygiene and curb the spread of the disease. “We are in this together, and we must act fast. In Ondo State today, there are 353 reported cases of Lassa fever, 112 confirmed cases, and unfortunately, 12 deaths. The time to act is now,” he stated. Meanwhile, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reported 143 confirmed cases out of 484 suspected cases across 32 local government areas in seven states between December 30, 2024, and January 12, 2025. The outbreak has claimed 22 lives, with a case fatality rate of 15.4 percent. Additionally, the Permanent Secretary of the Ondo State Ministry of Health, Dr. Adeniran Ikuomola, disclosed that the state had recorded close to 400 suspected cases of Lassa fever since the recent outbreak, with over 100 confirmed cases. While he did not specify the exact number of fatalities, he acknowledged that deaths had been recorded. Related Posts Market offers rent-now, pay-later answer to tenants. Prospective renters in Nigeria can now breathe a sigh of relief as a rental solution that simplifies renting and facilitates Read more Rwanda retreat: Nigerian governments discuss complex issues. The Nigerian governors will attend and participate in a three-day leadership retreat in Kigali, Rwanda, designed to provide a platform Read more 8 Ways to Encourage Daily Walking Moving your body is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health, but you Read more Shaibu: I support Obaseki and seek governorship. Philip Shaibu, the deputy governor of Edo State, has pledged to remain loyal to Edo State’s governor, Godwin Obaseki, despite Read more Olawale Moses OyewoleOlawale Moses Oyewole is an adept writer who stays on top of current events and curate informative and engaging articles for his readers. He is a digital strategist who help brands gain online visibility.
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Lassa fever, a deadly viral hemorrhagic disease, remains a major public health threat in Nigeria, with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) confirming 143 cases and 22 deaths in the first two weeks of 2025. The outbreak has spread across seven states and 32 local government areas, with Ondo State accounting for 38% of total infections. Other affected states include Edo, Bauchi, Taraba, Gombe, Kogi, and Ebonyi. The NCDC has raised the alarm over the worsening situation, particularly as the dry season (November–April) continues to fuel transmission. Lassa fever is primarily spread by rodents, particularly Mastomys rats, which contaminate food and household items with urine and feces. It also spreads through human-to-human transmission, especially in healthcare settings with poor infection control. The latest outbreak has predominantly affected young adults and men, while healthcare workers remain at high risk, with at least one frontline responder infected. In response, the NCDC has activated a multi-sectoral Incident Management System, working with government agencies and development partners to contain the outbreak and protect communities. Related Posts Market offers rent-now, pay-later answer to tenants. Prospective renters in Nigeria can now breathe a sigh of relief as a rental solution that simplifies renting and facilitates Read more Rwanda retreat: Nigerian governments discuss complex issues. The Nigerian governors will attend and participate in a three-day leadership retreat in Kigali, Rwanda, designed to provide a platform Read more 8 Ways to Encourage Daily Walking Moving your body is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health, but you Read more Shaibu: I support Obaseki and seek governorship. Philip Shaibu, the deputy governor of Edo State, has pledged to remain loyal to Edo State’s governor, Godwin Obaseki, despite Read more Olawale Moses OyewoleOlawale Moses Oyewole is an adept writer who stays on top of current events and curate informative and engaging articles for his readers. He is a digital strategist who help brands gain online visibility.