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Nigeria has seen a significant decrease in tuberculosis fatalities, with deaths falling by 63% between 2015 and 2024. The country also reported a high treatment success rate of 94%, highlighting progress in early detection and care.
In 2025, Nigeria documented 440,000 cases of tuberculosis (TB), yet health officials caution that many infections continue to go undiagnosed, representing a significant public health risk.
On World TB Day, survivors and health advocates highlight the dual battles of overcoming tuberculosis and the stigma associated with it. Patients describe their struggles with both the disease and societal isolation.
