Ebola Archives

NCDC Director-General Dr. Jide Idris speaking about Ebola monitoring efforts.

Health News

Nigeria Reports No New Ebola Cases, 28 Contacts Under Monitoring

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control confirms no new Ebola infections while monitoring 28 exposed individuals.

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control building

Health News

Nigeria’s ₦10 Billion Fund Aims to Tackle Multiple Health Threats, Not Just Ebola

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control clarifies that a ₦10 billion fund is for various health threats, including Ebola.

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus at a press briefing

Health News

WHO Calls for Urgent Completion of Pandemic Treaty Amid Ebola Crisis

The World Health Organization emphasizes the need for a global treaty to address pandemics as Ebola outbreaks continue.

Health officials conducting tests for Ebola virus.

Health News

Negative Ebola Tests in Adamawa Calm Fears of Outbreak

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control confirms two suspected Ebola cases in Adamawa tested negative.

Map of Nigeria highlighting the North-East region.

Health News

Two Suspected Ebola Cases Reported in Nigeria’s North-East Region

Health authorities are monitoring two individuals suspected of having Ebola as tests are conducted.

Health workers checking travelers at the border between Central African Republic and Democratic Republic of Congo.

Health News

Central African Republic Increases Border Checks Amid Ebola Outbreak in DRC

The Central African Republic is enhancing border controls as Ebola cases rise in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Medical personnel preparing for the evacuation of an Ebola patient.

Health News

Nigeria’s First Ebola Patient Evacuated to Switzerland for Treatment

The Nigerian government has confirmed the evacuation of its first Ebola patient to Switzerland for further care.

A healthcare worker in protective gear during an Ebola outbreak.

Health News

Virologist Warns of Long Incubation Period for Bundibugyo Ebola Strain

A UK virologist highlights the delayed symptoms of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola during a recent interview.

Medical staff preparing for the evacuation of an Ebola patient.

Health News

Nigeria’s First Ebola Patient Evacuated to Switzerland After Improvement

The Nigerian government confirms the evacuation of the country’s first Ebola patient to Switzerland for further care.

Medical evacuation aircraft at Abuja airport

Health News

Suspected Ebola Patient Evacuated from Nigeria by Air Ambulance

A woman believed to be Nigeria’s Ebola index patient has been airlifted from Abuja.

A health worker conducting tests in a laboratory.

Health News

MDCAN Urges Nigeria to Prepare for Ebola Outbreak with Enhanced Measures

The Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria calls for urgent action to combat Ebola.

A caregiver bottle-feeding a baby orphaned by Ebola in a nursery.

Health News

Emergency Nurseries Help Orphans of Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo

Caregivers are providing support to children orphaned by the ongoing Ebola epidemic.

President Bola Tinubu speaking at a public event.

News Politics

Tinubu and APC Urged to Explain ₦10 Billion Ebola Fund Amid Outbreak Concerns

The Atiku campaign spokesman demands accountability for the Ebola preparedness fund announced in June.

Atiku Abubakar speaking at a press conference.

Health News

Atiku Abubakar Demands Clarity on Ebola Fund and Response Timeline

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar is calling on the government to explain the use of a N10 billion Ebola fund and its response to a confirmed case in Abuja.

Health News

APC PCC Urges Atiku to Avoid Politicizing Ebola Outbreak Response

The APC Presidential Campaign Council warns Atiku Abubakar against using the Ebola outbreak for political gain.

Africa CDC headquarters with a focus on health initiatives.

Health News

Africa CDC Demands Transparency from Aid Partners in Ebola Response

The Africa CDC warns it will blacklist partners who do not disclose funding details for Ebola efforts.

Health Minister Professor Muhammad Pate speaking to the media.

Health News

Nigerian Health Officials Assure Public on Ebola Case Management

The Nigerian government reassures citizens about containing a confirmed Ebola case in Abuja.

NCDC emergency meeting on Ebola outbreak

Health News

Nigeria’s Health Agency Responds to Ebola Outbreak with Emergency Meeting

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control meets to coordinate efforts against Ebola after an outbreak is declared.

Health worker checking the temperature of a patient suspected of having Ebola.

Health News

How to Stay Safe from Ebola: Key Facts and Prevention Tips

The Federal Government confirms an Ebola case in Nigeria, prompting health advice on prevention.

Health News

Expert Warns of Delayed Diagnosis and Resource Shortages in Nigeria’s Ebola Response

A medical expert highlights critical issues in Nigeria’s ability to handle Ebola outbreaks.