NCDC: Nigeria 59% Ready for Ebola, But Can Contain Outbreak

Thisdaylive | 06-06-2026 02:45pm |

The Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, announced that Nigeria is currently 59% prepared to handle an Ebola outbreak. He emphasized that despite this level of readiness, the country possesses the capability to contain any potential outbreak effectively. Dr. Idris highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance the nation's preparedness and response strategies to infectious diseases. The NCDC continues to monitor the situation closely and is committed to improving public health infrastructure.

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