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Rabies Outbreak Confirmed in Abuja Following Two Fatalities
……As NCDC Launches Fresh Vaccination Drive
Health authorities have officially confirmed a rabies outbreak in the Federal Capital Territory after two people died from the disease, prompting an urgent public health response.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), in collaboration with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and veterinary services, announced the confirmation on Wednesday. Both victims are reported to have succumbed to rabies following bites from suspected rabid animals, highlighting the ongoing risks posed by stray dogs and wildlife in parts of the capital.
In a swift move to contain the spread, officials have launched a fresh vaccination drive targeting dogs and other domestic animals across affected communities. The campaign aims to vaccinate thousands of pets and strays in high-risk areas, while also encouraging residents to report animal bites immediately and seek post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) at designated health facilities.
“Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear, but it is entirely preventable through timely vaccination of animals and proper wound management in humans,” a health official stated. “We urge pet owners to vaccinate their dogs and avoid contact with unknown animals.”
Residents have been advised to remain vigilant, keep pets on leashes in public spaces, and visit the nearest hospital for anti-rabies treatment if bitten or scratched. Authorities are also intensifying public awareness efforts through community sensitization programs.
This latest outbreak serves as a stark reminder of the need for sustained rabies control measures in urban centers. Health teams continue to monitor the situation closely, with plans to expand the vaccination campaign if new cases emerge.
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NAF Helicopter Makes Precautionary Landing In Makurdi
The Air Force says the operation disrupted the activities of suspected kidnappers and supported the advance of surface forces. The helicopter has since returned to base.
A Nigerian Air Force helicopter has made a precautionary landing in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, after completing a close air support operation targeting suspected kidnappers in Ogbadigbo Local Government Area of the state.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, with the helicopter landing on farmland in the Utur, Tse-Igboji area of Makurdi.
According to the Nigerian Air Force, the pilot, while returning to base after the operation, exercised professional discretion to make a precautionary landing approximately ten nautical miles from the airfield, in line with established operational and safety procedures following combat missions.
The Air Force says the operation disrupted the activities of suspected kidnappers and supported the advance of surface forces. The helicopter has since returned to base.
The NAF says it remains committed to sustaining pressure on criminal elements and supporting surface forces through coordinated air and ground operations.
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Breaking: Military rescue 20 corps members, civilian in Imo
The victims were reportedly abducted while travelling through the state, prompting security agencies to launch an operation to locate and rescue them.
The military, Department of State Services, DSS, police and other security agencies have rescued twenty prospective National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, members and one civilian abducted in Imo State.
The victims were reportedly abducted while travelling through the state, prompting security agencies to launch an operation to locate and rescue them.
The rescued victims are currently receiving medical attention at a DSS facility, according to security sources, while efforts are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the abduction and apprehend any remaining suspects.
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Military Chiefs Visit Ondo Crash Site As Underwater Search Intensifies
The Nigerian Navy has also brought in specialized hydrographic divers to map the murky waters while plans are underway to use swamp buggies for excavation.
Top military chiefs have visited the crash site of the Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State.
The Western Naval Command FOC, Rear Admiral Abubakar Mustapha and Logistics Command AOC, Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Abdul Suleh led the visit to inspect ongoing recovery efforts.
To locate the submerged aircraft, teams have deployed advanced underwater sonar equipment and drones across the difficult mangrove terrain.
The Nigerian Navy has also brought in specialized hydrographic divers to map the murky waters while plans are underway to use swamp buggies for excavation.
Rear Admiral Mustapha thanked the Ondo State Government, local communities and emergency agencies for their support while appealing to the public to remain calm as the operation continues.
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