Nigeria, Oct. 21 -- Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has urged Nigerians to remain calm and united following the reported confirmation of an Ebola virus case in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

In an official statement issued on Tuesday, Atiku expressed concern over the development, offered his prayers for the affected patient and commended health professionals working to contain the infection and protect the public.

"The confirmed case of Ebola in the Federal Capital Territory is deeply concerning," Atiku stated. "My thoughts are with the patient, and I commend the health professionals working with urgency to contain the infection and protect the public."

Emphasising the need for a clear and coordinated public health response...