Experts raise the alarm over rising cases of Lupus, decry poor awareness

By Lukman Olabiyi

Medical experts and health stakeholders have raised concerns over the increasing number of lupus patients in Nigeria, warning that low public awareness and widespread misconceptions about the chronic autoimmune disease are worsening outcomes for sufferers.

The concerns were raised during the 2026 World Lupus Day awareness campaign themed “Steps for Change,” organised…