Kano

The Nigeria Correctional Service says it has contained a cholera outbreak at the Kano custodial centre. No details were given on the number of cases or hospitalisations. Cholera remains a recurring public health risk in Nigeria, particularly in crowded facilities, and outbreaks in custodial centres raise concerns about sanitation, water safety and access to medical care for inmates.

The Nigerian Correctional Service says a cholera outbreak at the Kano Custodial Centre has been contained. The service announced that the situation at the detention facility is now under control, with no further details given on the number of inmates affected or whether there were any fatalities. Health authorities typically respond to such outbreaks in custodial facilities with isolation, treatment and improved sanitation to prevent spread among the confined population.