NIGERIA has recorded no new Ebola infection, 21 days after confirming an imported case of the Bundibugyo virus from Uganda. However, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) is warning of multiple infectious disease threats, including dengue, chikungunya, diphtheria, meningitis and Lassa fever.
Director-General, Dr Jide Idris, says the national response remains active, with heightened surveillance and investigation of suspected cases.
Beyond Ebola, dengue fever has been confirmed in Sokoto and Zamfara States, while Chikungunya has been reported in Sokoto.
Dr Jide Idris added that The agency has deployed rapid response teams to support affected states, while strengthening preparedness against meningitis and the seasonal rise in Lassa fever, as well as sustaining efforts to contain diphtheria.
Nigerians are also advised to maintain good hygiene, protect themselves against mosquitoes and rodents, ensure children are fully vaccinated and seek early medical attention, stressing that not every fever is malaria.
