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Nigeria confirms Ebola case in patient who arrived from Uganda

Nigeria confirms first Ebola case in patient who arrived from Uganda

By · Published October 20, 2026  20:29 UTC · Updated October 20, 2026  21:24 UTC

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This development comes as a surprise given the country's previous experience with the virus. The patient is currently being treated in Abuja, with contact tracing underway to identify anyone who may have been exposed.

According to Reuters, the patient arrived in Nigeria from Uganda, where Ebola cases have been reported in the past. The Nigerian health authorities are working to contain the spread of the virus, and the public is advised to remain vigilant.

The World Health Organization has been informed of the situation, and it is expected that they will provide guidance on how to proceed.

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Is the patient being treated?

According to coverage, the patient is currently being treated in Abuja

Where did the patient arrive from?

According to Reuters, the patient arrived in Nigeria from Uganda

What is the Nigerian government doing to contain the spread of the virus?

According to coverage, the Nigerian government has begun contact tracing to identify anyone who may have come into contact with the patient

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