The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and
Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed a total of 924 Lassa fever cases and 172
deaths across 21 states and 106 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in
2025.
In its latest situation report released on the
Commission’s official X handle, the NCDC said the new infections were
recorded in Ondo and Edo States, two of the worst-hit areas since the start
of the year.
The Centre noted that the Case Fatality Rate (CFR)
now stands at 18.6 percent, an increase from 17.0 percent
recorded during the same period in 2024.
According to the data, 117 new suspected cases
were reported within the week, bringing the total suspected cases to 8,041
for the year.
The NCDC added that over 90 percent of all
confirmed cases were reported from Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba, and Ebonyi
States, which remain the epicentres of the outbreak.
It reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening surveillance,
laboratory testing, risk communication, and infection prevention and control
measures nationwide.
The agency also urged Nigerians to maintain clean
environments, avoid contact with rodents, and store food properly
to reduce the risk of infection.
Individuals experiencing symptoms such as persistent
fever, sore throat, chest pain, or vomiting were advised to report
immediately to the nearest health facility for early diagnosis and treatment.
The NCDC emphasized that it continues to work closely
with state ministries of health, development partners, and community
stakeholders to ensure effective response and care for affected persons.
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