Benue State in Nigeria reports a fresh Lassa fever outbreak after a medical doctor dies of the disease. The Punch, Vanguard and Daily Post Nigeria all say the death triggers new outbreak declarations and expanded public health actions. Vanguard reports that the state activates emergency containment measures, including contact tracing, intensified surveillance, and broader monitoring of suspected cases. The outlets also attribute the confirmation of the situation to Benue State health officials. Daily Post Nigeria identifies the doctor as Dr Vitalis Tersoo Azever, associated with APIN Public Health Initiatives in Konshisha Local Government Area, and says he dies following treatment at Jos University Teaching Hospital. The Punch similarly describes the incident as the death of a senior doctor in Benue State and notes that the state records a new outbreak. Across the reports, authorities respond by strengthening surveillance and following up on people who may have been exposed, as Benue State moves to contain further spread of Lassa fever.