Nigeria has recorded no new Ebola infections 21 days after confirming an imported case of the Bundibugyo virus from Uganda, offering a positive update on the country’s disease surveillance efforts.

However, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has warned that the country remains exposed to multiple infectious disease threats, including dengue fever, chikungunya, diphtheria, meningitis and Lassa fever.

The Director-General of the NCDC, Dr Jide Idris, said the national response to Ebola remains active, with enhanced surveillance, investigations and preparedness measures in place to detect and respond to suspected infections.

Beyond Ebola, the agency confirmed that dengue fever has been detected in Sokoto and Zamfara States, while chikungunya infections have also been reported in Sokoto State.

Idris disclosed that the NCDC has deployed rapid response teams to support affected states and strengthen their capacity to manage emerging disease threats.

He added that the agency is also reinforcing preparedness against meningitis and the anticipated seasonal increase in Lassa fever cases, while sustaining interventions to contain diphtheria across the country.

The NCDC urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and adopt preventive measures, including maintaining good personal and environmental hygiene, protecting themselves against mosquito and rodent bites, and ensuring that children receive all recommended vaccinations.

The agency also advised people experiencing symptoms such as fever to seek prompt medical attention rather than resorting to self-medication.

It emphasised that not every fever is malaria, warning that other infectious diseases may present similar symptoms and require different treatment approaches.

The latest update highlights the importance of sustained public health surveillance and community cooperation in preventing outbreaks, particularly as Nigeria continues to manage several infectious disease risks simultaneously.

Nigeria records no new Ebola cases 21 days after an imported infection from Uganda, as the NCDC warns of dengue, chikungunya, diphtheria, meningitis and Lassa fever threats.