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Nigeria: Nigeria’s mpox cases rise to 39

Nigeria: Nigeria’s mpox cases rise to 39

Africa Links 24 with Kazeem Biriowo
Published on 2024-08-15 17:25:12

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has announced a surge in Mpox cases, with 39 confirmed cases and zero deaths recorded across 33 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Speaking at a press conference, Director General of the NCDC, Dr. Jide Idris, emphasized the need for collective efforts to combat the outbreak.

“We are working tirelessly to contain the spread of Mpox, but we need the public’s support. We urge everyone to adhere to infection…

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