Cholera Outbreak Prompts FG to Source Urgent Vaccine Supplies

In a move to address the cholera outbreak, the Federal Government has commenced talks with the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI) to acquire emergency supplies of oral cholera vaccines (OCV). This initiative arises as Nigeria grapples with the disease amidst a global scarcity of the vaccine. Dr. Jide Idris, Director-General of the... Read More

Lagos Faces Cholera Crisis and Unregistered Tiger Nut Drink Concerns

A wave of cholera cases has been sweeping through Lagos, causing widespread anxiety, illness, and fatalities. The Lagos State Ministry of Health has reported 579 suspected cases and 29 confirmed deaths. While cholera outbreaks are common during the rainy season, this outbreak’s suspected source is surprising—tiger nut drink, a popular local beverage known for... Read More