Bauchi Records 58 Cholera Deaths, 528 New Cases Across 14 LGAs

By Trending9ja Staff • October 16, 2026 • 3 min read

Bauchi State has confirmed 58 cholera deaths and 528 new cases across 14 of its 20 local government areas. Deputy Governor Muhammadu Auwal Jatau disclosed the figures as the outbreak continues.

Nationally, Nigeria has recorded over 70,000 suspected cases this year and accounts for nearly 44% of cases in the WHO African Region. Borno State has been particularly hard hit, with WHO supporting treatment centres closer to communities.

Authorities are emphasising surveillance, WASH interventions and rapid response under the National Strategic Plan of Action on Cholera Control.

Sources: The Nation · WHO · Okay News