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Lassa Fever Deaths Surge to 172 in Nigeria Amid 924 Reported Cases
Lassa fever deaths in Nigeria have surged to 172 amid 924 reported cases, highlighting a growing public health crisis as the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control warns of rising infection rates.
- As of epidemiological Week 40, 2025, the death toll from Lassa fever in Nigeria has reached 172, with a reported 924 cases overall.
- The Case fatality rate has increased to 18.6 percent, up from 17.0 percent during the same period in 2024, indicating worsening health outcomes.
- Ondo State, Taraba State, and Edo State are among the most affected regions, with local reports highlighting severe outbreaks in various local government areas of Nigeria.
Why It Matters
The surge in Lassa fever cases and deaths poses a significant threat to public health in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for effective health care responses and interventions to control the spread of this viral infection.