The Federal Government has intensified health surveillance at airports, seaports and land borders following renewed concerns over Ebola virus disease outbreaks in parts of East and Central Africa.
Authorities say travellers identified as high-risk or presenting symptoms consistent with viral haemorrhagic fevers will undergo secondary screening, isolation and referral procedures.
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare said there is currently no confirmed Ebola case in Nigeria but confirmed that preparedness measures have been activated nationwide.
The ministry noted that enhanced screening measures now include mandatory temperature checks, health declaration forms and travel history assessments at all points of entry.
It added that surveillance systems under the Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response framework have been strengthened to ensure early detection of suspected cases across the country.
Healthcare facilities have also been directed to maintain a high index of suspicion, strengthen triage systems and promptly isolate suspected patients in line with established protocols.
The ministry further advised Nigerians to maintain hygiene practices, avoid contact with bodily fluids of infected persons and report unusual illnesses or deaths to health authorities.
Nigeria previously recorded one of Africa’s most successful Ebola containment responses during the 2014 outbreak, which was swiftly brought under control through coordinated emergency interventions.
