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Nigeria confirms an Ebola case, health minister says
Officials say the patient is isolated and receiving care while health teams monitor 44 contacts and intensify surveillance to prevent further spread.
- On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the Federal Government confirmed one Ebola case in the Federal Capital Territory , Abuja. The patient, who recently arrived from Uganda, is isolated in a private hospital.
- The NCDC is working with health authorities to contain the infection and prevent further transmission following the patient's arrival from Uganda. Containment efforts aim to isolate and monitor exposure pathways.
- Contact tracing has identified 44 close contacts, including healthcare workers, caregivers, patients, and travel contacts. Public health teams are monitoring all individuals to prevent further spread in Abuja.
- Public and private healthcare facilities nationwide are on high alert. Authorities have urged Nigerians to practice regular hand hygiene and report suspected exposures or symptoms immediately.
- The NCDC toll-free call centre on 6232 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for information and suspected case reporting. This resource enables ongoing public engagement in containment efforts.
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