Diphtheria: Katsina hospital overwhelmed as officials silent on case, death figures

Premium Times Nigeria | 31-08-2026 11:20am |

The Federal Teaching Hospital in Katsina is reportedly overwhelmed by an influx of suspected and confirmed diphtheria cases, with its children's ward at full capacity. Officials have remained silent on the exact number of cases and deaths, but the state is preparing to brief the public on the outbreak's scale and response efforts. The situation highlights the strain on healthcare facilities in the region.

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