Nigeria stepped up health screening for international arrivals in October after confirming its first reported case of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, Africanews reported on 23 October.

The patient had returned from Uganda through Addis Ababa and was being isolated in stable condition, according to the report. Authorities said they had identified 44 contacts and were working to locate others who may have been exposed.

Airport arrivals faced temperature checks as officials sought to detect potential cases. The report noted the patient was not tested until 13 days after symptoms appeared, underscoring the importance of prompt clinical assessment and contact tracing.

These details describe the situation reported on 23 October 2026 and should not be read as a current outbreak update. Readers should consult Nigerian health authorities and the World Health Organization for current guidance.