The Lagos State Government has advised residents of Eti-Osa, Ibeju-Lekki, and Epe to stay vigilant and implement preventive measures against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) to protect public health. This announcement was made by Dr. Monsurat, the Permanent Secretary of Health District III, as part of the state's efforts to ensure community safety.

Nigeria has shown significant advancements in its preparedness for Ebola virus disease over the past ten years, especially in areas such as surveillance systems, laboratory diagnostics, and genomic sequencing capacity. However, experts have noted that critical gaps still exist in the country's overall readiness to handle potential outbreaks, according to Tribune Online.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has expressed concern over a significant outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD), a strain of Ebola, which has resulted in 454 fatalities. The situation is worsening, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting urgent attention from health authorities.

Lagos State reported the highest number of HIV diagnoses in Nigeria for the year 2025, highlighting persistent public health issues in the nation's most populous city. Experts are stressing the importance of early testing to address these concerns.

The Lagos state government has accused bloggers of disseminating fake images related to flooding in the area. According to the commissioner, the government is actively monitoring developments in Lagos and is responsive to reports and complaints received through various media platforms. The warning highlights the importance of accurate information during emergencies.

Uganda has reported a new positive case of Ebola, nearly three weeks after the last recorded case on June 5, 2026. This new case increases the total number of Ebola cases in the country to twenty, according to sources within the Ministry of Health. The confirmation of the case occurred on Monday.