Nigeria: Lassa Fever - 53 Health Workers Infected As Cases Hit 1,000 in 2026

Lassa fever cases in Nigeria have reached 1,000 in 2026, with the outbreak affecting 23 states and 116 local government areas. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reports that 53 health workers have been infected during this period. The widespread nature of the infections highlights the ongoing public health challenge posed by the virus across the country.