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Lassa Fever Crisis Deepens: Nigeria Records 1,035 Cases, 252 Deaths as Young Adults Bear Brunt of Outbreak Health

Lassa Fever Crisis Deepens: Nigeria Records 1,035 Cases, 252 Deaths as Young Adults Bear Brunt of Outbreak

In a stark reminder of the persistent threat posed by viral haemorrhagic fevers, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 1,035 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 252 deaths across 23 states in 2026. The latest situation report reveals that young adults aged 21 to 30 remain the most affected demographic, as health authorities raise alarm over a rising case fatality rate and the continued infection of healthcare workers.

Sep 3, 2026
Food Security Push: Adamawa Govt Approves N2.2 Billion For Dry Season Fertiliser Agriculture

Food Security Push: Adamawa Govt Approves N2.2 Billion For Dry Season Fertiliser

In a significant move to boost agricultural production and ensure year-round farming, the Adamawa State Government has approved N2.2 billion for the procurement of 46,300 bags of assorted fertilisers for dry-season farming. The approval, part of a broader N5 billion development package, underscores the state's commitment to sustaining food production beyond the rainy season and strengthening the livelihoods of farmers across the region.

Sep 3, 2026