"Whenever there's an outbreak, it's always a concern around international spread. There've been a few confirmed cases in Uganda....
June 2, 2026
Chikwe Ihekweazu
By Ayobami Okerinde
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said Nigeria currently faces a low risk of an Ebola outbreak, even as the virus continues to spread in parts of Africa.
The Executive Director of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme, Chikwe Ihekweazu, disclosed this on Tuesday during an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show.
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