Ebonyi State has recorded a fresh case of Lassa fever, according to the latest update from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). The case was reported as part of a broader national situation that continues to affect several states across the country.
Although Ebonyi contributed only one new case in the most recent reporting week, health experts are urging residents not to take the news lightly. Lassa fever, a viral illness often transmitted through contact with food or household items contaminated by infected rodents, remains a serious public health concern.
So far in 2025, the NCDC has confirmed 674 cases of Lassa fever across 18 states, with 127 deaths. While states like Ondo, Bauchi, and Edo account for the majority of infections, Ebonyi continues to appear in weekly updates—signaling the need for heightened awareness and preventive efforts within the state.
Medical professionals in Ebonyi have long warned that the state’s vulnerability to Lassa fever is linked to poor sanitation in some communities, improper food storage practices, and delayed hospital visits. The new case reinforces the importance of personal and environmental hygiene, especially in rural areas.
Thankfully, no health worker infections have been reported recently—a positive sign for the safety of frontline responders. However, the NCDC is calling on residents of Ebonyi to take responsibility for their health by avoiding rodent exposure, keeping their surroundings clean, and reporting symptoms such as fever, persistent headache, and unexplained bleeding to the nearest health facility.
The State Ministry of Health is expected to intensify its public sensitization campaigns in the coming weeks, especially in Lassa-prone areas like Izzi, Ohaukwu, and Abakaliki.
As Ebonyi continues to battle the threat of Lassa fever, authorities are reminding the public that prevention starts at home. Community cooperation, early reporting, and strict hygiene are key to reducing the spread of the disease in the state.
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