Tag: NCDC
Tinubu fires letter to Senate
According to the President’s letter, the nominations are in line with the provisions of Part I, Section 2(2)(a) of the…
NCDC reveals Lassa fever epicentres in Nigeria
“As the cases surge in these epicentre states, our response is focused on early detection, case management, risk communication, and…
118 die from Lassa Fever in 3 months, says NCDC
Sani Datti, Head Corporate Communication, NCDC announced this in a statement released on Sunday, however said only 645 cases were…
Lassa Fever cases decline in Nigeria, fatality rate remains high – NCDC
“This underscores the urgent need for better protective measures, adequate supply of personal protective equipment (PPEs), and enhanced infection prevention…
Lassa Fever death toll soars to 80 as outbreak spreads across 11 States
The NCDC stated that while no new healthcare worker infections were reported this week, delayed case presentations had contributed to…
NCDC urges health, safety prioritisation during festive season
He specifically highlighted the need for proper hygiene, staying home when unwell, and ensuring food safety to protect public health…
Diphtheria wreaking havoc in Nigeria, over 1000 died in 17 months
He said the country recorded suspected cases of more than 38,000 persons while the number of confirmed cases stood at…
Lassa Fever cases surge in Ondo, Edo — NCDC
Meanwhile, as Nigeria battles the ongoing Lassa fever outbreak, public health experts said concerted efforts are required from both the…
Nigeria battles escalating Cholera crisis: 220% spike in cases, 359 dead
According to the NCDC’s latest epidemiological report, the country recorded 10,837 suspected cases and 359 deaths by the end of…
Cholera outbreak in Nigeria soars by 128%, Lagos hardest hit
According to the NCDC, Lagos accounts for 60% of all reported cases, with Lagos Island being the hardest-hit Local Government…
Nigeria confirms 55 Mpox cases
NCDC made this known via its official website, noting that no death has been recorded from the disease so far…
Ex-NCDC boss Adetifa gets international appointment
Find announced the appointment of Adetifa in a statement on Thursday. The organisation said Adetifa will also serve as the…
Danger! Nigeria posts 39 confirmed cases of mpox
According to Idris, in Nigeria, cumulatively, a total of 39 confirmed cases and zero deaths had been recorded across 33…
Lassa Fever: NCDC registers 7 cases
The NCDC on its official website on Friday said Edo reported four cases, Bauchi two, while Kogi recorded one with…
162 Lassa fever deaths so far recorded in 2024 – NCDC
“The National Lassa Fever Multi-partner, Multi-sectoral Technical Working Group (TWG) continues coordinating the response at all levels,” it said