Nigerian airports placed on r£d alert over Ebola virus

Nigerian airports placed on red alert over Ebola virus

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has assured travellers and stakeholders that heightened preventive measures have been set up across the country’s international airports following renewed Ebola concerns in parts of Central Africa.

FAAN, through its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, said it is working closely with Port Health Services, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), and other relevant agencies to strengthen surveillance and monitoring of passengers, especially those arriving from high-risk regions.

The agency disclosed that passengers are currently being screened for symptoms linked to the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), while any suspected case will be immediately isolated and subjected to further medical evaluation in line with national and international health protocols.

It also disclosed that staff sensitisation has been intensified and emergency response procedures reinforced to ensure swift intervention where necessary.

FAAN stressed that there is no confirmed Ebola case in Nigeria at the moment, but maintained that authorities remain vigilant in safeguarding public health and ensuring safe airport operations nationwide.

Passengers were advised to remain calm, cooperate with health screening procedures, and promptly report any symptoms to health officials.