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Lassa Fever Deaths Reach 167 in Nigeria as Cases Decline
Nigeria's NCDC reported that Lassa fever deaths have reached 167, although confirmed cases significantly dropped to 26 in Week 13 from 51 in the previous week.
9 Apr, 14:41 — 9 Apr, 20:55
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Premium TimesMostly Factual2h ago
Lassa fever deaths hit 167 as cases drop to 26 — NCDC
In its Week 13 epidemiological report covering 23 to 29 March 2026, the agency said confirmed cases dropped significantly to 26 from 51 recorded in the previous week. The post Lassa fever deaths hit 167 as cases drop to 26 — NCDC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
By Fortune Eromonsele
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Lassa fever deaths rise in Nigeria — NCDC
”The number of suspected and confirmed cases has increased compared to the same period in 2025,” the report stated. The post Lassa fever deaths rise in Nigeria — NCDC appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Ayobami
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