Lagos State has recorded six confirmed cases of diphtheria in 2026, according to Channels Television. The state government reassured residents that there is currently no widespread outbreak of the disease. Officials sought to calm public concern while monitoring the situation, emphasizing that the confirmed cases do not amount to a broader public health emergency in Nigeria's commercial capital.

The death toll from a diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State, Nigeria, has risen to 25, with most fatalities being children, while suspected cases have climbed to 300, according to Tribune Online. The state government temporarily shut down public and private schools over the weekend as a preventive measure against the spread of the disease.

Lagos has initiated an awareness campaign across three local government areas in response to concerns about Ebola. Although there is currently no confirmed outbreak of the virus in Nigeria, officials emphasize the importance of remaining cautious among residents.

Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi, has stated that there is no diphtheria outbreak in Lagos. According to Vanguard, Abayomi announced on Wednesday that the state has heightened its disease surveillance and preparedness measures against diphtheria as a precaution. The assurance comes amid concerns over the bacterial infection in Nigeria, with the state government emphasizing its readiness to detect and respond to any potential cases.

The Lagos State Government has advised residents of Eti-Osa, Ibeju-Lekki, and Epe to stay vigilant and implement preventive measures against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) to protect public health. This announcement was made by Dr. Monsurat, the Permanent Secretary of Health District III, as part of the state's efforts to ensure community safety.

A Daily Trust editorial laments that Nigeria continues to grapple with a major diphtheria outbreak in 2026, despite the disease being vaccine-preventable. The piece argues that with a functional routine immunisation system and effective public health infrastructure, diphtheria should be largely under control, yet children are once again dying, according to recent reports. The editorial calls for stronger public health action to address the outbreak.