Borno State has recorded 274 new suspected cases of Cholera within a 24-hour period, raising the total number of suspected infections to 4,204 across seven local government areas.
Health authorities say the latest figures reflect the continued spread of the outbreak in affected communities, prompting intensified surveillance, treatment, and public health response efforts.
Officials have been working to contain the disease through case management, community sensitisation campaigns, improved sanitation measures, and the provision of safe drinking water in vulnerable areas.
Cholera is a waterborne disease that spreads primarily through contaminated food and water and can cause severe dehydration if not treated promptly. Health experts stress the importance of maintaining proper hygiene, regular handwashing, and consuming clean water to reduce the risk of infection.
The outbreak has raised concerns among public health stakeholders, who are calling for increased support for healthcare facilities and emergency response teams managing the situation.
Authorities continue to urge residents to seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms such as severe diarrhoea, vomiting, or signs of dehydration, while also adhering to preventive health guidelines to help curb the spread of the disease.
Efforts are ongoing to strengthen outbreak control measures and prevent further transmission across affected communities in the state.
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