Nigeria has medically evacuated its first imported Ebola virus disease case from Abuja to Switzerland, following approval by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate.

The 42-year-old patient was transferred alongside her spouse, who has remained asymptomatic, according to a statement issued by the minister.

Professor Pate said the patient’s clinical condition had improved significantly before the evacuation. She was reportedly stable, conscious and able to communicate, while her laboratory test results were approaching baseline levels.

However, the minister cautioned that clinical improvement does not automatically mean the patient is no longer infectious. He stressed that strict public health protocols remain essential to managing the case and preventing further transmission.

The evacuation was conducted under established medical and public health safety procedures, with the minister commending the clinical teams responsible for the patient’s care and the public health personnel who coordinated the transfer.

Pate also said further updates would be provided after the patient and her spouse arrived safely at their destination.

The development comes as Nigerian health authorities continue efforts to contain the imported infection. Public health monitoring and other containment measures remain important in limiting the risk of transmission and protecting communities.

The minister urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and obtain information from credible sources, as authorities continue to manage the situation.

The patient’s evacuation to Switzerland marks a significant development in Nigeria’s response to the case, although her reported clinical improvement should not be interpreted as confirmation that the risk of infection has ended.

Nigeria has evacuated its first imported Ebola case from Abuja to Switzerland as health authorities maintain containment measures and warn that clinical improvement does not necessarily mean the patient is no longer infectious.