NCDC Evaluates Ebola Threat to Nigeria After Kenya Case
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) is assessing the risk of Ebola disease spreading to Nigeria following the confirmation of an imported case in Kenya on 6 October. The case was linked to an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and involved a Kenyan citizen who traveled from the DRC to Uganda before flying to Nairobi, where he tested positive for the Bundibugyo virus and later died.
The NCDC, led by Director-General Dr Jide Idris, stated that as of 6 October, there were no confirmed cases of Ebola in Nigeria. The agency has been collaborating with the Federal Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to enhance Nigeria's preparedness through measures such as early detection, isolation, laboratory testing, and contact tracing.
In light of the recent developments, NCDC is reviewing existing preparedness measures to adapt to the evolving situation and has urged the public to remain vigilant and practice hygiene to prevent potential transmission.
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