The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported a significant rise in Lassa fever cases, with 80 deaths and 413 confirmed cases across 11 states during Epidemiological Week 6 (February 3–9, 2025). Bauchi State has emerged as a focal point in the ongoing outbreak, with a large number of cases reported, leading to heightened concerns about the virus’s spread.

According to the NCDC, the case fatality rate (CFR) has increased to 19.4%, compared to 17.5% during the same period last year. Bauchi, along with Ondo and Edo states, accounts for the majority of confirmed cases, contributing to 73% of the total reported infections. This surge in cases has raised alarms as the state grapples with the challenges of containing the virus and preventing further fatalities.
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