Kano Father Loses 5 Children to Diphtheria in 8 Days
A Kano father lost five children to suspected diphtheria within eight days, as the state records over 38,000 cases and 1,800 deaths since 2022.
Category : Disease Outbreaks
NCDC Reviews Ebola Readiness After Kenya Confirms Virus Case
NCDC says no Ebola case in Nigeria as of October 6, but Kenya's imported case raises risk. Nigeria has run simulation exercises and issued new guidance for travellers and health workers.
Shawarma Health Risks: Experts Warn Nigerians on Frequent Consumption
Frequent shawarma consumption may expose Nigerians to foodborne illnesses and long-term risks from processed meat, salt, and excess calories, experts warn.
Nigeria on high alert as Ebola outbreak hits DR Congo
Nigeria has stepped up Ebola surveillance following the outbreak in DR Congo. The NCDC says some international travellers may now be required to fill health declaration forms at airports.
NiHSA Lists 15 States for 7-Day High Flood Risk, Lagos, Imo
NiHSA forecasts severe riverine flooding across 15 states from Sept 19-25, 2026, urging residents in Imo, Cross River, Anambra, Ebonyi and others to move to higher ground.
NAFDAC Confirms 48 Deaths, 182 Cases From Ondo Concoctions
NAFDAC confirms 48 deaths and 182 illness cases from local alcoholic and herbal concoctions in Ondo State, with 15 arrests and 7 cases of blindness.
Ondo Death Toll Rises to 49 in Toxic Drink and Monkey Tail Crisis
Ondo State's health commissioner confirms 49 deaths and 170 affected in suspected toxic alcohol and Monkey Tail herbal drink poisoning, with 14 arrests made.
Fact Check: Ghana Petrol Price Equals ₦2,100 in Nigeria
A fact-check by FactsMatter.ng confirms that petrol in Ghana costs GHC 17.94 per litre, converting to roughly ₦2,080–₦2,100, validating the viral X claim.
24 die after herbal drink in Ondo, local alcohol banned
24 people died in Ondo State after consuming a suspected toxic herbal liquid. The government has banned local alcohol and launched an investigation.
5 daily habits fueling cholera risk as Nigeria hits 65,000 cases
Nigeria records over 65,000 suspected cholera cases in 2026. NCDC warns against unsafe water, poor hygiene, and delayed treatment. Learn the 5 habits to stop now.
Anak Krakatau Eruption Strands 150,000, Shuts 6 Airports
Anak Krakatau's eruption has stranded over 150,000 passengers and forced the closure of six Indonesian airports, affecting 467 flights. Officials confirm no tsunami warning.
Plateau Shuts Schools as Diphtheria Kills 23
Plateau State orders indefinite closure of all schools from Sept 7, 2026, as diphtheria outbreak kills 23 across four LGAs.
Diphtheria outbreak in Plateau kills 23, infects 143
Diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State has killed 23 people and recorded 143 suspected infections in two weeks, says Health Commissioner Nicholas Baamlong.
Lassa fever death toll hits 252 - NCDC reports 1,035 cases
NCDC reports 14 new Lassa fever cases, raising 2026 total to 1,035 with 252 deaths; case fatality rate now 24.4%, up from 18.6% in 2025.
Malaria outbreak at Frankfurt Airport kills 2, infects 5
Two Frankfurt Airport employees died and five others were infected in a rare 'airport malaria' outbreak, likely from an infected mosquito imported on a plane, authorities say.
Canada Study Permit Funds Requirement Rises to C$23,448
Canada will require international students to show C$23,448 in living expenses for study permits from September 1, 2026, up C$553 from the current threshold.
Kogi widow recounts family loss after amala meal
A Kogi widow reveals how she survived while her husband and two children died after eating amala, as a second cassava flour incident claims four more lives.
Kogi widow survives dinner that killed husband, two children
A Kogi widow says she survived a family dinner of amala that killed her husband and two children on August 14, 2026. Seven deaths linked to cassava flour reported across two communities.
Kogi Family of Four, Dog Die After Amala Meal
Four family members and their dog died in Ihima, Kogi State after eating Amala. Governor Ododo ordered a comprehensive investigation into possible food poisoning or contamination.
Kogi Family of 4, Dog Die After Eating Amala; Govt Orders Probe
Four family members in Ihima, Kogi State, died after eating amala; their dog also died. Governor Ododo ordered a full investigation into possible food poisoning.
Ebola Outbreak Fatality Rate Hits 46%, Nears Pandemic Level
Ebola outbreak fatality rate exceeds 46%, with 1,200 deaths reported. WHO warns the outbreak is nearing pandemic level as cases spread across multiple countries.
WHO: Bundibugyo Ebola in DRC Far From Control, Risk High
WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus says the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC remains far from control, with nearly 5,000 infected and international spread risk still high.
Ogogo's Daughter Lima Taiwo Denies Father's Death Rumour
Lima Taiwo, daughter of Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo), has refuted a viral blog post falsely claiming her father died, urging the public to ignore the fake news.
Plateau Pastor Dies from Snakebite in Gamakai
Rev Nankur Peter Kundul of COCIN died from a snakebite in Boltim village, Langtang South, Plateau State. Pastor Rinkyer Asaph confirmed the death, noting that at least two other Christians died from snakebites in the past week, urging authorities to act.
Four Almajiri die after suspected food poisoning in Kano
Four Almajiri students died after consuming suspected contaminated food in Kano. They were from Malam Iliyasu Mai Tsangaya, Kadage Sharifai, Ungogo LGA, and died at Malam Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital on Sunday night.
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DR Congo's Deadliest Ebola Outbreak Kills Over 2,300 People
DR Congo's deadliest Ebola outbreak has killed over 2,300 people, with nearly 5,000 confirmed cases and no approved vaccine for the rare Bundibugyo strain.
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Becomes Deadliest, Kills 2,325
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with 2,325 deaths recorded, according to health officials.
NAHCON 2027 Hajj Fares: Southern Zone Highest at ₦7.88m
NAHCON releases 2027 Hajj fares: Southern Zone ₦7,882,822, Maiduguri/Yola ₦7,560,822. Pilgrims who paid ₦5m must pay balance to complete registration.
Chiba's Record Rainfall Kills Six, Strands Thousands
Japan's Chiba prefecture logged over 100mm of rain per hour, the highest ever, causing floods that killed six and stranded 7,000 at Narita airport.
WHO recommends Phase III trial of Ebola vaccine for Bundibugyo
WHO recommends Phase III trial of Ebola vaccine Ervebo for Bundibugyo virus, as DRC outbreak becomes second-largest on record with 4,449 cases and 2,061 deaths.
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