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Jide Idris

Dr. Olajide "Jide" Idris

Dr. Olajide "Jide" Idris is a Nigerian physician and public-health administrator who, as of 2026-08-22, serves as Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. His earlier public service included senior health roles in Lagos State and leadership of the state's response team during Nigeria's 2014 Ebola outbreak.

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About Jide Idris

Also known as
Olajide Idris
Known for
Public-health administration; Infectious-disease preparedness and response; Ebola outbreak response
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Nigeria

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  • Babajide Sanwo-Olu

    Both associated with Lagos State Government

  • Bola Tinubu

    Both associated with Lagos State Government

  • Chikwe Ihekweazu

    Both associated with Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention

  • Akin Abayomi

    Both associated with Lagos State Ministry of Health

  • Buba Marwa

    Both associated with Lagos State Government

  • Olayemi Cardoso

    Both associated with Lagos State Government

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