Nigeria Reports No New Ebola Cases, 28 Contacts Under Monitoring

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) announced that there have been no new cases of Ebola since the first imported infection was confirmed on October 20, 2026. However, 28 people who were in contact with the infected individual are still being monitored.

As of November 9, 34 out of 62 contacts identified in connection with the case have completed their 21-day monitoring period. The NCDC Director-General, Dr. Jide Idris, provided this update on Tuesday, three weeks after the initial case was reported.

Dr. Idris explained that the monitoring process is crucial for identifying anyone who may develop symptoms early. He emphasized that being listed as a contact does not mean a person has contracted Ebola.

The NCDC is working with various health authorities to continue contact tracing and monitor reported alerts. They also encourage healthcare workers to remain vigilant and to report any suspected cases to public health authorities.

In addition to Ebola, the NCDC is addressing other infectious diseases like dengue fever and chikungunya, which have been reported in some states. The agency has deployed rapid response teams to assist with case identification and community engagement.

Dr. Idris warned that symptoms like fever, headaches, and body pains could be caused by diseases other than malaria, and he urged people to seek medical attention for severe symptoms.

As the dry season approaches, the NCDC is also focusing on strengthening surveillance for meningitis and ensuring that children receive necessary vaccinations to prevent diphtheria.