The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reassured travellers and stakeholders that enhanced health surveillance and preventive measures have been put in place across all international airports in the country in response to the recent Ebola situation in parts of Central Africa.
In a statement issued by the Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, on Wednesday, FAAN said it is working in collaboration with Port Health Services, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), and other relevant agencies to strengthen preparedness and prevent possible health risks.
FAAN said it has intensified surveillance and monitoring of passengers, particularly those arriving from high-risk regions.
“Passengers are being screened for symptoms associated with Ebola, and any suspected case will be promptly isolated and subjected to secondary health checks in line with established national and international health protocols,” the authority said.
Additionally, FAAN said it has strengthened coordination with relevant stakeholders, enhanced staff sensitisation, and reinforced emergency response procedures to ensure swift action where necessary.
The authority noted that there is currently no confirmed case of Ebola in Nigeria but said it remains vigilant and fully committed to safeguarding public health and maintaining safe airport operations.
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Passengers were also advised to remain calm, comply with health screening procedures, and report any symptoms to health officials.
Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) is a severe and often fatal viral infection transmitted through direct contact with the blood, bodily fluids or contaminated materials of infected persons or animals.
The NCDC said the disease has an incubation period ranging from two to 21 days.
It typically begins with symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, muscle pain and sore throat before progressing to vomiting, diarrhoea and, in severe cases, unexplained bleeding.
