There is fresh Ebola anxiety in Nigeria following a health alert issued by the United States Embassy in Abuja.
The US Embassy on Wednesday warned its citizens in Nigeria to take extra precautions, amid reports of suspected Ebola cases under investigation.
Federal Government Update Today:
- 44 contacts traced and under monitoring
- 46 persons placed on No-Fly list as precaution – to prevent potential export
- NCDC says no confirmed positive case in Nigeria yet, samples being tested
- Isolation centres in Lagos, Abuja and Kano on standby
Director General of NCDC, Dr. Jide Idris, said surveillance has been heightened at airports, land borders and hospitals. He urged Nigerians not to panic but to observe hygiene measures:
- Wash hands regularly
- Avoid contact with body fluids
- Report fever, vomiting, bleeding to nearest health facility
- Avoid bush meat consumption for now
The scare comes after DRC and Uganda reported Ebola cases in recent weeks. Nigeria’s last major Ebola outbreak was in 2014, successfully contained.
The Presidency today debunked rumours that January 16, 2027 presidential election will be postponed because of Ebola – describing it as fake news. INEC insists election timetable stands.
Health Minister Prof Ali Pate said FG has activated Emergency Operations Centre and has vaccines ready if needed.