Plateau reports 469 suspected diphtheria cases, 31 deaths

Nigerian Tribune | 25-09-2026 10:01am |

Plateau State has reported 469 suspected cases of diphtheria, with 31 deaths. The state government said on Thursday in Jos that 160,000 children have been vaccinated against the disease. The outbreak has prompted a vaccination drive. Health authorities are working to contain the spread.

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