The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed a single case of COVID-19 in Cross River State, assuring Nigerians that the situation is under control with no evidence of wider transmission.
In a statement issued Tuesday night, the agency said the infected individual has been isolated and is receiving care in line with national treatment protocols.
“The patient is in stable condition and responding to care,” the NCDC stated.
The agency added that emergency response measures were swiftly activated in collaboration with the Cross River State Ministry of Health and development partners. These include contact tracing, enhanced surveillance, and infection prevention and control efforts.
“Following confirmation of the case, the Cross River State Ministry of Health, in coordination with NCDC and with support from partners, has activated response measures, including contact tracing, surveillance, and infection prevention and control,” the statement read.
According to the public health body, all identified contacts are being closely monitored, with no signs of further spread.
“All identified contacts are being followed up appropriately, and there is no evidence at this time of widespread transmission,” it added.
The NCDC emphasised that Nigeria’s disease surveillance systems remain active and effective, noting that the detection of the case highlights the strength of ongoing monitoring efforts.
“We continue to maintain routine surveillance for COVID-19 and other respiratory infections. The detection of this case reflects that these systems remain functional and responsive,” the agency said.
It urged Nigerians to remain vigilant by observing basic preventive measures such as proper hand and respiratory hygiene, staying home when ill, and seeking medical attention when necessary.
The agency also warned against misinformation, advising the public to rely on updates from official health authorities.
Reaffirming its commitment, the NCDC said it would continue to monitor the situation closely and provide timely updates.
Nigeria recorded its first COVID-19 case in February 2020, triggering a nationwide response led by the NCDC. Although infections have declined significantly since the pandemic’s peak, experts say isolated cases remain possible as the virus continues to circulate globally.
Health authorities stress that early detection, rapid response, and effective contact tracing are key to preventing outbreaks, with the latest case in Cross River highlighting the need for sustained vigilance in the post-pandemic phase.
