NCDC alerts Nigerians of outbreak of diseases

Widespread outbreaks of infectious diseases across the country have been confirmed Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC)

The agency in an alert issued this Friday and published on its official website, listed them to include cholera, dengue fever, Mpox, diphtheria, and yellow.

While pointing out that the situation requires immediate national attention, the NCDC warned of serious public health risks if urgent action is not taken.

According to the report, as of epidemiological week 26 (June 23–29, 2025), suspected cholera cases have been reported in 34 states, with Zamfara accounting for 32 percent of the total with other affected states named as Bayelsa, Adamawa, Delta, Lagos, and Rivers.

“The situation demands heightened vigilance and intensified response efforts from all stakeholders,” the agency observed.

The agency also confirmed a dengue fever outbreak in Edo between June 9 and 13, following laboratory investigations.

“Nigeria is already experiencing a rising incidence of cholera, while yellow fever and dengue fever are beginning to be detected in some states,” the NCDC said.

It further made it clear that Yellow fever has been confirmed in Abia, Anambra, Edo, Ekiti, Lagos, and Rivers states, with seven cases verified.

On Mpox and diphtheria, the NCDC noted that they remain ongoing threats.

The agency therefore urged citizens to take preventive steps, including eliminating mosquito breeding sites, sleeping under insecticide-treated nets, using repellents, maintaining high hygiene standards, and avoiding self-medication.

It pointed out that symptoms of dengue and yellow fever can mimic malaria, making timely testing and treatment essential.