A health economist, United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, USA, Olakunle Ajayi has urged the Nigerian government to mainstream surveillance In tackling cholera epidemic in the country. In an interview over the weekend, Ajayi said surveillance system is the first line of defense in managing outbreaks He identified several key components of an effective surveillance system to include early detection, data analysis, resource allocation, and public communication. Ajayi explained that early detection is crucial for timely identification of cases, allowing a quick response…