Nigeria Commiserates With DR Congo Over Ebola Outbreak

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has commiserated with the Government and people of the Democratic Republic of Congo over the loss of more than 130 lives and about 500 infections following an Ebola Virus Disease outbreak.

Ministry spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa conveyed the condolence in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, expressing Nigeria’s solidarity with DR Congo during the public health emergency.

“Nigeria expresses profound sadness at the devastating outbreak and stands in solidarity with DR Congo during this difficult period of grief and public health emergency,” Ebienfa said.

He extended Nigeria’s deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the DR Congo government and the families affected by the outbreak.

Ebienfa commended the efforts of health authorities, frontline medical workers, humanitarian organisations and international partners working to contain the spread of the disease and support affected communities.

He reaffirmed Nigeria’s support for regional and global cooperation to combat infectious diseases and strengthen Africa’s public health response systems.

Ebienfa said recurring Ebola outbreaks highlighted the urgent need for sustained investment in healthcare infrastructure, disease surveillance, research and emergency preparedness across the continent.

“Nigeria prays for the peaceful repose of the departed, speedy recovery for the infected, and strength and comfort for bereaved families,” he said.