Ebola alert: NCDC issues warning after Kenya confirms imported case

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has warned Nigerians to stay vigilant and observe preventive measures to scale back the chance of viral illness an infection and transmission.

This is because the company stated it had elevated nationwide surveillance and preparedness measures following the affirmation of an imported case of Ebola in Kenya.

The case, brought on by the Bundibugyo virus, is linked to an ongoing outbreak within the Democratic Republic of Congo, DRC, elevating issues in regards to the illness’s potential worldwide unfold.

In a press release, the NCDC stated that, as of October 6, 2026, no case of Ebola had been confirmed in Nigeria.

However, the company stated it was reviewing the chance posed to Nigeria and strengthening preparedness measures in collaboration with related authorities authorities and companions.

The NCDC suggested members of the general public to practise common hand hygiene by washing their arms with cleaning soap and water or utilizing an alcohol-based hand sanitiser.

The company additionally warned towards contact with the blood or different physique fluids of anybody who’s unwell, in addition to contact with the physique of an individual who has died from an unknown sickness.

It additional suggested Nigerians to keep away from dealing with sick or lifeless wild animals and to chorus from consuming uncooked or poorly cooked bushmeat.

The NCDC urged anybody who develops signs suggestive of Ebola or turns into unwell after a possible publicity to hunt medical consideration promptly at a recognised well being facility.

The company stated continued vigilance and early reporting remained crucial to making sure that any potential case was detected and managed promptly.

Ebola is a extreme viral illness that may trigger critical sickness and loss of life, with transmission occurring primarily via direct contact with the blood or physique fluids of an contaminated particular person or animal.