WHO Declares Nigeria Ebola-Free After Patient Evacuation

The World Health Organisation (WHO) announced that Nigeria currently has no active Ebola cases following the medical evacuation of a confirmed patient and her husband, both Swiss citizens, to Switzerland. Dr Mohamed Janabi, the WHO Regional Director for Africa, confirmed the evacuation was completed on October 26.

The patient was clinically stable before the evacuation, thanks to the successful management of her illness by Nigerian medical teams. While the patient will continue receiving care in Switzerland, her husband will undergo further monitoring as contact number 53.

The WHO stated that Nigeria will continue to monitor 52 contacts linked to the case. Dr Janabi praised the Federal Government, healthcare workers, and emergency responders for their roles in the response, highlighting the importance of sustained vigilance to prevent further transmission of the virus.

The situation underscores Africa's capability in managing public health emergencies through collaboration.