The Federal Government has confirmed one case of Ebola disease in Abuja involving a woman who reportedly arrived from Uganda, prompting contact-tracing efforts to prevent further transmission.
The Federal Government has confirmed one case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, involving a woman who reportedly arrived in Nigeria from Uganda. Health authorities have also identified 44 close contacts as efforts to prevent further transmission intensify.
Following confirmation of the case, health officials have commenced contact-tracing measures to identify, assess and monitor individuals who may have been exposed to the virus.
The identification of the 44 contacts forms part of ongoing public health efforts to contain the situation, limit potential transmission and ensure that individuals who may have been exposed receive appropriate monitoring.
Residents are advised to remain calm, maintain good hygiene and avoid direct contact with the bodily fluids of anyone suspected of having Ebola. Members of the public are also encouraged to follow official health advisories and avoid spreading unverified information.
The public is urged to rely on updates from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) as health authorities continue to manage the situation.
Abuja Affairs will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available.
