During an interview with ARISE NEWS on Tuesday, Dr. Hassan reported that 54 people have died from the outbreak, with 1,579 cases reported across 32 states and 115 local government areas. He emphasised that “Nigeria is a cholera endemic country,” and noted the ongoing concern, which led to the NCDC conducting a “dynamic risk assessment.”
Dr. Hassan explained the importance of a coordinated response structure for managing epidemics, not just cholera. He mentioned that the NCDC’s Director General, Jide Idris, had inaugurated an emergency operation center and appointed an incident manager to oversee the response. This center brings together multiple agencies, including federal ministries and partners like UNICEF, ensuring a multi-sectoral response.
