The cholera outbreak in Lagos has intensified, with the death toll climbing to 21 and nearly 400 cases reported. The Lagos state government confirmed the increase and noted the disease's spread to 30 states. Dr. Kemi Ogunyemi linked the surge to recent large gatherings, particularly during the Eid el Kabir festivities. Educational institutions have enforced face mask mandates to curb the outbreak.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has raised alarms over a worsening cholera outbreak amid the rainy season, reporting 1,141 suspected cases and 30 deaths since January 2024. Efforts continue to address poor sanitation and water contamination in affected regions.
