A 42-year-old Ugandan-born woman has tested positive for Ebola in Nigeria, according to health authorities. The woman is identified as the wife of a Swiss diplomat based in Abuja. Swiss government officials have confirmed her identity and stated she likely contracted the virus while traveling in Uganda.
The patient was diagnosed on October 20. Nigerian health officials are investigating how she became infected and whether she has exposed others. The woman is currently under medical observation.
This is the first confirmed case of Ebola in Nigeria in over two years. The country had previously managed to contain outbreaks through rapid response and international cooperation. The case has raised concerns about the virus’s resurgence in the region.
The patient’s husband, a Swiss diplomat, has not been reported to be infected. Health officials are working with international partners to monitor the situation and prevent further spread. The case highlights the ongoing risk of Ebola in parts of Africa, despite efforts to control the disease.
