Ebola In FCT Is “Deeply Concerning” — Atiku Abubakar Urges Calm, Decisive Action, Support For Health Workers

Former Vice President and 2027 ADC presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has described the confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, as “deeply concerning,” while commending health professionals working to contain the infection.

In a statement on Tuesday, Atiku said his thoughts are with the patient currently in isolation.

“The confirmed case of Ebola in the Federal Capital Territory is deeply concerning. My thoughts are with the patient, and I commend the health professionals working with urgency to contain the infection and protect the public,” he said.

The former Vice President said Nigerians deserve calm, clear information and decisive action at a time like this.

“In a moment like this, Nigerians deserve calm, clear information and decisive action. I urge the authorities to sustain contact tracing, support those affected and protect the frontline workers risking their own safety to care for others,” Atiku stated.

He called on Nigerians to follow expert guidance and avoid spreading unverified information.

“I call on every Nigerian to follow the guidance of health experts and share only verified information. The media has an important role in informing the public responsibly and helping prevent fear and misinformation,” he said.

Atiku urged collective action to contain the outbreak.

“Let us stand together, support our health workers and do everything necessary to contain this case swiftly. The safety of every Nigerian must remain our shared priority,” he added.

The Federal Government on Tuesday confirmed one Ebola case in Abuja — a woman who arrived on an international flight from Uganda — and said 44 contacts have been identified for monitoring.