The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare says Nigeria has activated isolation protocols for suspected Ebola cases as part of strengthened national preparedness measures to prevent the possible importation of Bundibugyo ebolavirus (BEBOV), reported in parts of East and Central Africa.
The ministry, in its updated preparedness statement, said it has activated secondary screening, isolation, and referral mechanisms for travellers presenting symptoms consistent with viral haemorrhagic fevers.
The ministry, however, reassured Nigerians that there is presently no confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease in Nigeria, but noted that heightened preparedness measures have already been activated nationwide to strengthen national health security and prevent cross-border transmission.
According to the ministry, strict border control and Point of Entry protocols are now operational across the country, including universal temperature screening using non-invasive infrared thermal scanners and handheld thermometers for arriving travellers.
The ministry said inbound passengers are also required to complete Health
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