Nigeria Reports Initial Bundibugyo Virus (Ebola) Case, Tracing Contacts

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Published: 2026-10-21
Category: health
Source: ProMED
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Nigeria has confirmed its first case of Bundibugyo virus disease, a strain of Ebola, in the Federal Capital Territory. The infected individual reportedly traveled from Uganda. Health officials have initiated contact tracing efforts to prevent further spread, raising concerns about potential localized transmission.

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