Lassa Fever Claims 10 Health Workers in Benue State
Last update: February 28, 2026
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According to the state government, fresh figures from the ministry’s disease surveillance dashboard now indicate a surge.
The Benue State Government has confirmed that 10 healthcare workers have died in the wake of the ongoing Lassa fever outbreak, with suspected infections rising in several parts of the state.
CBI News reports that the state epidemiologist, Dr Asema Msuega said 250 suspected cases of Lassa fever have been reported in the State while 45 cases have been confirmed.
Latest statistics released by the State epimological executives on lassa fever in the State indicates a surge necessitating this assessment visit by the State Commissioner for Health and Human Services Dr Paul Ejeh at State University Teaching Hospital Makurdi.
He recalled that the state declared a Lassa fever outbreak weeks ago after documenting 53 suspected cases and three deaths.
While giving an update on safety measures taken by the teaching hospital to contain the spread the Chief Medical Director, Doctor Stephen Hwande urged residents to adhere to the safety protocols for infection control.
The State Government appreciated the dedicated health workers for their support and assured the general public of its commitment to making sure that the disease is contained.
