214 Nigerians died from Lassa fever in 2026, with significant cases reported in Benue State. The outbreak has affected healthcare workers, including the death of Dr. Vitali Tersoo Azev. The government is intensifying efforts to contain the spread of the disease.
A doctor in Benue State died from Lassa fever after a two-week battle with the illness. Dr. Paul Ejeh Ogwuch confirmed the outbreak, which occurred as the state was preparing to declare itself free of the disease.
A young doctor, Dr. Cedric Tyoor Kondom, died from Lassa fever in Benue State after struggling with bone marrow failure. His death has prompted health authorities to declare an outbreak and initiate contact tracing to contain the viral disease.
