During a meeting to review the status of the cholera outbreak, the State Epidemiologist presented an update highlighting trends across the 14 local government areas over the past 39 weeks. The data showed that despite a high number of suspected cases, the state maintained a fatality rate below the national average.
With 179 deaths out of 12,052 suspected cases, the state’s cholera fatality rate stands at 1.4%. In comparison, the national case fatality ratio was 3.3% as of September 2025.
This achievement is credited to effective case management strategies, including Rapid Response Teams, active surveillance, Cholera Treatment Centres, and Oral Dehydration Points.
While praising the efforts of health workers and stakeholders, the Secretary urged continued dedication to contain the outbreak, emphasizing that each data point represents a life at risk or lost.
The Zamfara State Government reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening preparedness and response mechanisms to prevent future outbreaks. Partners also acknowledged the state’s efforts in providing counter-funding, clean drinking water, and improving healthcare capabilities.