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  • NCDC Confirms Two Suspected Ebola Cases In Adamawa Tested Negative

    NCDC Confirms Two Suspected Ebola Cases In Adamawa Tested Negative

    Precious Nwonu, Enugu

    The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that two suspected cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) reported in Adamawa State tested negative after two rounds of laboratory examinations.

    The agency’s Director-General, Dr Jide Idris, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, adding that there was no laboratory-confirmed Ebola case in the state.

    According to Idris, the Adamawa State Public Health Emergency Operations Centre received a report in the early hours of October 30, 2026, about two individuals showing symptoms that required investigation for possible Ebola infection.

    The individuals were subsequently isolated, while health authorities initiated appropriate public health measures and collected samples for laboratory analysis.

    However, the results of the two rounds of testing returned negative for the Ebola virus.

    Idris said the NCDC had been working with the Adamawa State Government, particularly the Ministry of Health and Human Services, to investigate the cases and coordinate the response.

    He commended the state Commissioner for Health and his team for their prompt response, assuring residents that the national disease control agency would continue providing technical support to strengthen surveillance and response activities.

    The NCDC chief clarified that the only laboratory-confirmed Ebola case reported in Nigeria remained the index case previously identified in the Federal Capital Territory.

    He urged Nigerians to remain calm and avoid circulating unverified reports or speculation about the suspected cases, advising the public to rely on official government and public health communication channels for accurate updates.

    Idris also reminded Nigerians that Ebola is a serious infectious disease requiring early detection and proper medical attention.

    He listed symptoms that may include fever, severe weakness, headache, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhoea and unexplained bleeding.

    He advised anyone experiencing such symptoms, particularly after possible exposure to the virus, to seek immediate medical care and inform health workers about relevant travel or contact history.

    The NCDC also cautioned against self-medication, urging people to follow medical advice as health authorities continue to monitor the situation.

  • Ebola: NCDC Steps Up Screening Of Travellers From Affected Countries

    Ebola: NCDC Steps Up Screening Of Travellers From Affected Countries

    Precious Nwonu, Enugu

    The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has introduced enhanced surveillance measures for travellers arriving in Nigeria from countries affected by Ebola Virus Disease.

    The agency said passengers arriving from countries with active or relevant Ebola transmission may be required to complete a health declaration form as part of efforts to prevent the disease from being imported into the country.

    The NCDC disclosed this in an interim public health advisory issued on Tuesday following the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

    The advisory, signed by the agency’s Director-General, Dr Jide Idris, said the measures were introduced after an assessment of the evolving situation and consultations with public health experts and the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.

    According to the agency, affected travellers may be required to provide health and travel information through the Health Declaration Form to support surveillance and follow-up.

    However, the NCDC clarified that travellers arriving from countries without active or relevant Ebola transmission are not currently required to complete the form.

    The agency also urged Nigerians and other residents to remain alert to symptoms associated with Ebola and seek medical attention promptly if such symptoms occur.

    It advised individuals with relevant travel or exposure history to disclose such information when seeking medical care.

    The NCDC said Nigeria remained on high alert and that preparedness and response activities were ongoing to protect the country against the possible importation and spread of the disease.

    It added that the measures would be reviewed regularly based on developments in the Ebola outbreak and the outcome of ongoing public health risk assessments.

    The agency reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Nigerians through surveillance, preparedness and evidence-based response to emerging public health threats.