Travelling to or returning from an area affected by Ebola?
Be aware of the signs and symptoms of Ebola and seek medical attention promptly if you become unwell.
Early detection saves lives. Your quick action can help protect you and others.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#Ebola #HealthSecurity #NCDC
Be aware of the signs and symptoms of Ebola and seek medical attention promptly if you become unwell.
Early detection saves lives. Your quick action can help protect you and others.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#Ebola #HealthSecurity #NCDC
Nigeria recorded decreased Lassa fever activity in Weeks 39 and 40 of 2026.
📊 Week 39: 106 suspected cases, 13 confirmed cases, 4 deaths (all in Ondo State)
📊 Week 40: 28 suspected cases, 3 confirmed cases, 1 death (Bauchi and Benue States)
As of Week 40, Nigeria has recorded 1,138 confirmed cases and 268 deaths in 2026 (CFR 23.6%, up from 18.6% in the same period of 2025), across 24 states and 119 LGAs.
Protect yourself:
✅ Keep your environment clean and rodent-free
✅ Store food in tightly covered containers
✅ Dispose of waste properly
✅ Seek medical care early if you have fever, weakness, headache or bleeding
🔗 Full reports:
Week 39: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/46587bbc9eee1940dc70bab86f4a7b57.pdf
Week 40: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/5787a159c91369aef57d8e962e25d21d.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
📊 Week 39: 106 suspected cases, 13 confirmed cases, 4 deaths (all in Ondo State)
📊 Week 40: 28 suspected cases, 3 confirmed cases, 1 death (Bauchi and Benue States)
As of Week 40, Nigeria has recorded 1,138 confirmed cases and 268 deaths in 2026 (CFR 23.6%, up from 18.6% in the same period of 2025), across 24 states and 119 LGAs.
Protect yourself:
✅ Keep your environment clean and rodent-free
✅ Store food in tightly covered containers
✅ Dispose of waste properly
✅ Seek medical care early if you have fever, weakness, headache or bleeding
🔗 Full reports:
Week 39: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/46587bbc9eee1940dc70bab86f4a7b57.pdf
Week 40: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/5787a159c91369aef57d8e962e25d21d.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
Preparedness starts with awareness.
Protecting our communities begins with staying informed and making safe choices.
Ebola prevention is a shared responsibility. Kindly adhere to guidelines issued by local and international authorities.
Every informed decision contributes to stronger public health preparedness.
#Ebola #HealthSecurity #NigeriaCDC
Protecting our communities begins with staying informed and making safe choices.
Ebola prevention is a shared responsibility. Kindly adhere to guidelines issued by local and international authorities.
Every informed decision contributes to stronger public health preparedness.
#Ebola #HealthSecurity #NigeriaCDC
Clean Hands Save Lives!
This Global Handwashing Day, let’s make proper hand hygiene a regular habit.
✅ Wash your hands with soap under clean, running water.
✅ Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds.
✅ Use hand sanitiser when water is not available.
Protect yourself, your family, and your community by helping prevent the spread of disease-causing germs.
Be a handwashing hero!
#GlobalHandwashingDay2026 #BeAHandwashingHero #NigeriaCDC
This Global Handwashing Day, let’s make proper hand hygiene a regular habit.
✅ Wash your hands with soap under clean, running water.
✅ Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds.
✅ Use hand sanitiser when water is not available.
Protect yourself, your family, and your community by helping prevent the spread of disease-causing germs.
Be a handwashing hero!
#GlobalHandwashingDay2026 #BeAHandwashingHero #NigeriaCDC
Lassa fever is preventable. Avoid contact with rodents, store food properly and maintain good hygiene.
If you feel unwell, avoid self-medication and seek care promptly at a health facility. Early detection saves lives.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #PublicHealth #NigeriaCDC
If you feel unwell, avoid self-medication and seek care promptly at a health facility. Early detection saves lives.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #PublicHealth #NigeriaCDC
Cholera and other food & water-bourne diseases can be prevented by observing hygienic food practices:
🧴Wash your hands before preparing meals, eating or feeding a child
🥭Wash fresh fruits and vegetables throughly before eating
🍳Ensure food is well-cooked before eating, especially meat and eggs
Proper nourishment begins with safe food practices and innovative solutions that improve food safety, reduce foodborne diseases and protect public health.
#WorldFoodDay2026
🧴Wash your hands before preparing meals, eating or feeding a child
🥭Wash fresh fruits and vegetables throughly before eating
🍳Ensure food is well-cooked before eating, especially meat and eggs
Proper nourishment begins with safe food practices and innovative solutions that improve food safety, reduce foodborne diseases and protect public health.
#WorldFoodDay2026
Your journey doesn’t end on arrival at your destination.
Travellers are advised to remain vigilant and be aware of the signs and symptoms of Ebola.
Planning a trip? Check official health advisories before you travel, and share only verified information to help keep others safe.
We all have a part to play in protecting our families and communities.
#Ebola #HealthSecurity #NigeriaCDC
Travellers are advised to remain vigilant and be aware of the signs and symptoms of Ebola.
Planning a trip? Check official health advisories before you travel, and share only verified information to help keep others safe.
We all have a part to play in protecting our families and communities.
#Ebola #HealthSecurity #NigeriaCDC
Wondering where to get immunised against Diphtheria? 🤔
The answer is simple: FREE vaccines are available at government health facilities nationwide. 🇳🇬💉
Visit a health centre near you to get protected. Don't delay! 🏥
#Diphtheria #VaccinesWork #NigeriaCDC
The answer is simple: FREE vaccines are available at government health facilities nationwide. 🇳🇬💉
Visit a health centre near you to get protected. Don't delay! 🏥
#Diphtheria #VaccinesWork #NigeriaCDC
EBOLA: STAY INFORMED. STAY SAFE.
Following the confirmation of an Ebola disease case in the FCT, the Federal Government, through the NCDC and relevant health authorities, is strengthening surveillance and response efforts.
Ebola spreads through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person who is sick or has died, or through contaminated materials.
Please remain calm and rely on verified information.
Early reporting saves lives!
📞 To report a suspected case, call the NCDC 24/7 toll-free line: 6232
#Ebola #publichealth #NigeriaCDC
Following the confirmation of an Ebola disease case in the FCT, the Federal Government, through the NCDC and relevant health authorities, is strengthening surveillance and response efforts.
Ebola spreads through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person who is sick or has died, or through contaminated materials.
Please remain calm and rely on verified information.
Early reporting saves lives!
📞 To report a suspected case, call the NCDC 24/7 toll-free line: 6232
#Ebola #publichealth #NigeriaCDC
Know the symptoms of Ebola disease:
- Fever
- Severe weakness
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
What you should do:
- Practise regular hand hygiene.
- Avoid contact with the body fluids of anyone suspected to have Ebola.
- Be especially alert following possible exposure.
#StaySafe
#PublicHealth
#Ebola
- Fever
- Severe weakness
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
What you should do:
- Practise regular hand hygiene.
- Avoid contact with the body fluids of anyone suspected to have Ebola.
- Be especially alert following possible exposure.
#StaySafe
#PublicHealth
#Ebola
#TodayInNCDC The first Incident Management Meeting was convened on October 21, 2026, after the Honorable Minister's official outbreak declaration, bringing together leadership and key partners to align on response efforts. The Incident Action Plan is being finalized today.
NCDC teams are on ground conducting case management and response activities, prioritising enhanced surveillance, contact tracing, infection prevention and control, and coordinated risk communication. We remain committed to a timely, coordinated, and evidence-based response to safeguard the health of Nigerians.
#NCDC #PublicHealth #EbolaPreparedness #HealthSecurity
NCDC teams are on ground conducting case management and response activities, prioritising enhanced surveillance, contact tracing, infection prevention and control, and coordinated risk communication. We remain committed to a timely, coordinated, and evidence-based response to safeguard the health of Nigerians.
#NCDC #PublicHealth #EbolaPreparedness #HealthSecurity
How does Ebola spread?
Ebola spreads through direct contact with the blood, vomit, stool and other body fluids of an infected person, including someone who has died from the disease.
Transmission can also occur through:
🔹 Unsafe burial practices.
🔹 Contaminated clothing, bedding, needles and other materials.
🔹 Contact with infected bats and other wild animals, including unsafe handling of bushmeat.
Adhere to guidance from public health authorities and practise proper hand hygiene to keep yourself and others safe.
#Ebola #EbolaPrevention #PublicHealth #NCDC
Ebola spreads through direct contact with the blood, vomit, stool and other body fluids of an infected person, including someone who has died from the disease.
Transmission can also occur through:
🔹 Unsafe burial practices.
🔹 Contaminated clothing, bedding, needles and other materials.
🔹 Contact with infected bats and other wild animals, including unsafe handling of bushmeat.
Adhere to guidance from public health authorities and practise proper hand hygiene to keep yourself and others safe.
#Ebola #EbolaPrevention #PublicHealth #NCDC