The University of Lagos, UNILAG has urged its community to observe Ebola prevention measures following the Federal Government’s announcement of a confirmed case in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT.

In a health advisory issued on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the university stressed the importance of early detection, prompt reporting of suspected exposure and cooperation with public health authorities to prevent further transmission.

It advised students, staff and other members of the university community to practise regular handwashing with soap and running water or use appropriate alcohol-based hand sanitisers, while avoiding direct contact with the blood and other body fluids of anyone suspected of having the disease.

The advisory identified possible symptoms of Ebola as fever, severe weakness, headache, muscle pain, vomiting and diarrhoea. It urged anyone who develops symptoms, particularly after possible exposure, to seek medical guidance promptly.

Those who suspect they have been exposed to the virus were advised to contact public health authorities immediately, even if they feel well. Anyone who develops symptoms should avoid close contact with others and call public health authorities for guidance before visiting a healthcare facility.

The university also called on members of its community to cooperate with public health teams conducting contact tracing, including by providing necessary information when contacted.

It cautioned against spreading unverified information or stigmatising people because of suspected exposure, urging the community to rely on credible and official public health updates.

The advisory emphasised that Ebola can spread through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person who is sick or has died from the disease, as well as through contact with contaminated materials.

Members of the university community seeking further information or wishing to report a suspected case were directed to contact the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) on its toll-free line, 6232.

The university urged everyone to remain calm but vigilant, stressing that early reporting and collective responsibility are essential to preventing further spread.