The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention said the country has recorded 1,528 suspected cases of cholera and 53 deaths in 31 states across 107 Local Government Areas.
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The Director General of the NCDC, Dr Jide Idris, said this on Monday at a press briefing on the update on the cholera situation in the country.
Idris also said the Federal Government has activated the National Emergency Operation Centre for cholera.
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He said, “As of June 24, 2024, 1,528 suspected cases and 53 deaths have been recorded across 31 states and 107 LGAs with a case fatality rate of 3.5 per cent since the beginning of the year.
“These fatalities are not just statistics but a significant loss of a loved family member, a spouse, a parent, and often a seasoned healthcare worker and team member.
“This situation is compounded as the rainy season intensifies.”
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He disclosed that experts who conducted the risk assessment last week placed Nigeria at high risk of increased risk of cholera transmission and impact.
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