Precious Nwonu, Enugu

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that two suspected cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) reported in Adamawa State tested negative after two rounds of laboratory examinations.

The agency’s Director-General, Dr Jide Idris, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, adding that there was no laboratory-confirmed Ebola case in the state.

According to Idris, the Adamawa State Public Health Emergency Operations Centre received a report in the early hours of October 30, 2026, about two individuals showing symptoms that required investigation for possible Ebola infection.

The individuals were subsequently isolated, while health authorities initiated appropriate public health measures and collected samples for laboratory analysis.

However, the results of the two rounds of testing returned negative for the Ebola virus.

Idris said the NCDC had been working with the Adamawa State Government, particularly the Ministry of Health and Human Services, to investigate the cases and coordinate the response.

He commended the state Commissioner for Health and his team for their prompt response, assuring residents that the national disease control agency would continue providing technical support to strengthen surveillance and response activities.

The NCDC chief clarified that the only laboratory-confirmed Ebola case reported in Nigeria remained the index case previously identified in the Federal Capital Territory.

He urged Nigerians to remain calm and avoid circulating unverified reports or speculation about the suspected cases, advising the public to rely on official government and public health communication channels for accurate updates.

Idris also reminded Nigerians that Ebola is a serious infectious disease requiring early detection and proper medical attention.

He listed symptoms that may include fever, severe weakness, headache, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhoea and unexplained bleeding.

He advised anyone experiencing such symptoms, particularly after possible exposure to the virus, to seek immediate medical care and inform health workers about relevant travel or contact history.

The NCDC also cautioned against self-medication, urging people to follow medical advice as health authorities continue to monitor the situation.