The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed a single case of COVID-19 in Cross River State, assuring the public that there is currently no evidence of widespread transmission.
In a press statement issued on April 21, 2026, and signed by its Director-General, Dr. Jide Idris, the agency said the confirmed case has been isolated and is being managed in line with national treatment guidelines.
According to the NCDC, the patient is in stable condition and responding to treatment.
The agency noted that following confirmation of the case, the Cross River State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the NCDC and other partners, immediately activated response measures. These include contact tracing, enhanced surveillance, and infection prevention and control efforts.
“All identified contacts are being followed up appropriately, and there is no evidence at this time of widespread transmission,” the statement said.
The NCDC added that it continues to maintain routine surveillance for COVID-19 and other respiratory infections across the country, noting that the detection of the case demonstrates that the public health system remains functional and responsive.
The agency also advised members of the public to adhere to preventive measures, including maintaining proper hand and respiratory hygiene, staying home and seeking medical care when unwell, and following updates from official public health authorities.
It assured Nigerians that it will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide further updates as necessary.