Get Guardian on GoogleThe Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has said there is no case of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease in Nigeria.
It, however, stated that it has activated national preparedness and surveillance measures against the diseases currently ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda.
Some of the measures listed by the ministry include enhanced screening at airports, seaports, and land borders; strengthened surveillance and monitoring systems; activation of emergency preparedness structures; reinforced laboratory and rapid response readiness; and ongoing sensitisation and training for healthcare personnel.
Incoming travellers at borders are required to complete health declaration forms that include travel history assessments.
Travellers showing symptoms consistent with viral hemorrhagic fevers, identified through thermal screening, are promptly isolated for further testing and referral.
The ministry announced that, upon readiness, rapid response teams have been mobilised for deployment at both national and local levels as part of intensified integrated disease surveillance and control efforts across the country.
Additionally, the ministry stated it is actively monitoring, verifying, and investigating public health alerts and rumours.
It urged Nigerians to stay calm, avoid spreading misinformation, practice good hygiene, and depend solely on official sources for accurate public health information.
