April 12
Nigeria: In World First, Nigeria Introduces New 5-in-1 Vaccine Against Meningitis
In a historic move, Nigeria has become the first country in the world to roll out a new vaccine (called Men5CV) recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), which protects… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria Diphtheria Outbreak Worsens, With 5,898 Suspected Cases Reported
Since epidemiological week 26, ending 2 July 2023, Nigeria has recorded an unusual increase in cases of diphtheria across several states. From 30 June to 31 August 2023, a total of… Read more »
December 11, 2022
Nigeria: Supporting the mPox Response in Nigeria
In the African region, over 70% of the mpox cases reported in 2022 originate from four countries. Nigeria is one of these priority countries, with a recorded 530 suspected cases… Read more »