NCDC warns of cholera risk, other outbreaks as NiMET predicts flooding
News NCDC warns of cholera risk, other outbreaks as NiMET predicts flooding Published on April 16, 2026 By Amos Tauna googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Following the expected flooding in parts of the country, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a public health advisory on a heightened risk of cholera and other disease outbreaks. Several states, according to the Federal Ministry of Environment and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), may experience heavy rainfall and flooding between April 13 and 17, 2026. States listed as high-risk include Adamawa, Enugu, Kaduna, Kogi, Niger, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Taraba and Kwara. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); NCDC warned that flooding could trigger outbreaks of cholera and other diarrhoeal diseases, as well as increase cases of malaria, infections from contaminated water, injuries and disruptions to healthcare services. The agency appealed to residents in affected areas to take preventive measures, including drinking only safe water, either boiled or chlorinated, maintaining proper hand hygiene and avoiding contact with floodwaters. It also advised proper food storage, improved sanitation practices and the use of insecticide-treated mosquito nets to reduce the risk of malaria. The agency stated, “Individuals experiencing symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting or fever should seek immediate medical attention.” The NCDC also called on community leaders to intensify public awareness campaigns, promote sanitation, ensure access to clean water and encourage early reporting of suspected illness. It noted that it is working with state governments to strengthen disease surveillance, preparedness and emergency response efforts to mitigate the potential health impact of the predicted floods. The advisory comes amid growing concerns over the public health implications of seasonal flooding, which has historically led to disease outbreaks in vulnerable communities across Nigeria. Don't Miss Sam Amadi fumes as Islamic cleric places bounty on pastor’s head over ‘blasphemy’ You may like NiMet warns of thunderstorms, strong winds in parts of Nigeria NiMet forecasts 3-day dust haze from Wednesday Meningitis: NiMet lists high-risk states NiMet names states at risk as temperature rises across Nigeria Lassa Fever: NCDC urges states to step up response as cases rise NiMet predicts 3-day dust haze, cloudiness across Nigeria