NiMet warns of meningitis risk in 11 northern states
Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) warns 11 northern states face high meningitis risk due to intense weather. States include Sokoto, Zamfara, Kebbi, Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Adamawa, Gombe, Bauchi, Yobe and Borno. Disease spreads through respiratory droplets in crowded places. Symptoms: high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, nausea, light sensitivity. Vaccination, hygiene, and avoiding crowds advised. Central states Plateau, Oyo, Cross River, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu at lower risk.
SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/13/meningitis-nimet-lists-high-risk-states/