Plateau shuts schools over suspected diphtheria outbreak

Premium Times Nigeria | 05-09-2026 01:25pm |

The Plateau State Government has ordered the temporary closure of all public and private primary and secondary schools starting September 7 due to a suspected diphtheria outbreak in four local government areas. The closure is a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the disease among students. Health authorities are investigating the suspected cases.

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