Ebola Scare: FAAN tightens health surveillance, checks at airport

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has confirmed that robust preventive measures have been put in place across all international airports in response to the recent Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) situation in parts of Central Africa.

FAAN stated that it was collaborating with Port Health Services, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), to intensify surveillance and monitoring of passengers, particularly those arriving from high-risk regions.

The agency’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr Henry Agbebire, confirmed this in a statement.

According to the statement, passengers were being screened for symptoms associated with Ebola.

It reads: “Any suspected case will be promptly isolated and subjected to secondary health checks in line with established national and international health protocols.

“Additionally, FAAN has strengthened coordination with relevant stakeholders, enhanced staff sensitisation, and reinforced emergency response procedures to ensure swift action where necessary.

“While there is currently no confirmed case of Ebola in Nigeria, FAAN remains vigilant and fully committed to safeguarding public health and maintaining safe airport operations.

“Passengers are advised to remain calm, comply with health screening procedures and report any symptoms to health officials.”