Nigeria confirms rabies outbreak in Benue State after people were bitten by dogs.

Benue State in Nigeria has confirmed a rabies outbreak in two local government areas after multiple people were bitten by dogs. The virus was confirmed by a lab test on a dog's head. Authorities, along with health partners, are working on identifying affected individuals, vaccinating dogs, and running awareness campaigns to control the spread and aim for a rabies-free state by 2030.

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