In today's discussion on #MorningExpress, we covered the topic 'Cholera Outbreak: Death Toll Rises to 37, as Lagos Records 401 Cases' with expert insights from Dr. Lazarus Ude Eze, a public health physician. The current cholera outbreak in Nigeria has resulted in at least 37 deaths across 30 states, including Lagos and Ogun. The Lagos State government reported an increase in cholera cases to 401, with six additional deaths, bringing the state's toll to 21. Ogun State also recorded one death and 14 cases, with five people hospitalized. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) highlighted over 1,141 suspected and 65 confirmed cases of cholera from January 1 to June 11, 2024. In response to the outbreak, international organizations like the WHO, UNICEF, and IOM held an emergency meeting in Lagos.

Dr. Eze emphasized the importance of proper sanitation and hygiene, noting that cholera spreads through contaminated food and water. The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has initiated water quality analysis in affected areas, dispatching teams to investigate. States like Cross River and Osun have intensified their preventive measures and community sensitization efforts to combat the spread. Non-governmental organizations are urging state governments to address the underlying issues of inadequate water and sanitation systems to control future outbreaks. Dr. Eze stressed the need for Nigerians to ensure access to safe drinking water and practice proper waste disposal to prevent future outbreaks.

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