The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has released a health advisory following an update on the ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
A statement signed by the Centre’s Director General, Dr. Jide Idris, noted that the development has put the country on high alert as all preparatory activities to combat any threat are ongoing.
“These measures will continue to be reviewed in line with the evolving epidemiological situation and public health risk assessment,” the statement said.
It advised travellers from countries with active or recent EVD transmission to complete the Health Declaration Form as part of enhanced public health surveillance and follow-up measures, adding that “passengers from all other countries are exempted from completing the form at this time.”
The NCDC advised the public to “remain vigilant,” particularly for symptoms consistent with EVD, and to promptly seek medical attention and report relevant travel or exposure history where applicable.
The Centre noted that the advisory followed its Dynamic Risk Assessment and consultations with relevant public health experts and the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.
It emphasised that it remains committed to protecting the health of Nigerians through evidence-based surveillance, preparedness and response to public health threats.
According to the update, as of 20 September 2026, the DRC reported a total of 7,672 confirmed cases, including 3,699 related deaths (from data up until 19 September).
A total of 886 patients are hospitalised in isolation, representing an increase of 58 new confirmed cases and 23 deaths since the previous report on 19 September. The 58 new cases were reported from Ituri (38), North Kivu (14), Haut-Uélé (5), and Tshopo (1).
Among those who tested positive for Bundibugyo virus, 1,879 have recovered, while 79.9% of identified contacts are under follow-up in the affected provinces.
Since the last ECDC report on 18 September, 197 new confirmed cases and 94 deaths have been reported.
