Anthrax outbreak confirmed in Niger State, Nigeria. Federal Government urges livestock owners to report illnesses and avoid contact with sick animals and products.
Despite contributing over 30 per cent of the malaria disease burden on the African continent, Nigeria has missed out of 18 million doses of first-ever malaria vaccines allocated to 12 African countries for 2023 to 2025.
The Federal Government has urged Nigerians to adhere to safety precautions to reduce the potential risk of infection and spread of anthrax, particularly during the upcoming Eid-el Kabir religious festival. It disclosed that no suspected or confirmed case of the disease has been recorded in Nigeria.
A new analysis from UNICEF, show that 190 Millions children across 10 African countries face the highest risk from inadequate WASH facilities, related diseases, and climate hazards.