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The Nigerian Center for Disease Control and Prevention serves as Nigeria's national public health institute, responsible for disease surveillance, outbreak response, laboratory coordination, and health emergency preparedness. It monitors infectious diseases, supports state-level responses, and develops guidelines to reduce public health risks. Its role has expanded in addressing epidemics, antimicrobial resistance, and emerging health threats. Evaluating the Nigerian Center for Disease Control and Prevention helps in understanding Nigeria's capacity to detect, prevent, and respond to disease outbreaks effectively.