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flag Nigeria saw 162 Lassa fever deaths in late August 2025, with a rising fatality rate despite fewer cases.

flag Nigeria’s NCDC reported 162 Lassa fever deaths and 871 confirmed cases by late August 2025, with a case fatality rate of 18.6%—up from 17.1% in 2024—despite fewer overall cases. flag The disease primarily affects young adults aged 21 to 30, with delayed care, high treatment costs, and poor sanitation contributing to deaths. flag The NCDC is deploying rapid response teams, improving surveillance, and preparing a five-year strategic plan (2025–2029) to strengthen treatment, training, and community engagement. flag Authorities urge early medical care, hygiene, and rodent control to curb the outbreak.

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