FCT clarifies false diphtheria report, urges residents to ignore misinformation

Nigerian Tribune | 30-09-2026 11:37am |

The FCT Health Services and Environment Secretariat (HSES) has clarified that a viral social media claim linking an alleged diphtheria case in the FCT to sliced watermelon could not be substantiated. The claim was made in a social media post by Ivan Eagle Lawson, which included a photograph. Following a field verification visit, the HSES urged residents to ignore the misinformation.

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