The Delta State Government has initiated heightened preparedness measures against Ebola, following reports of a suspected imported case involving a traveler who arrived at the international airport in Abuja. State health authorities convened an urgent review session to evaluate regional readiness and ensure robust protocols are in place to manage any potential health threats.
Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, the Delta State Commissioner for Health, addressed journalists during a briefing to clarify the situation. He confirmed that while public health surveillance has been intensified across the region, no actual case of Ebola has been detected or recorded within Delta State.
As part of the proactive response, health officials are rolling out targeted sensitisation campaigns and training sessions for medical personnel. The administration is also coordinating efforts to secure essential personal protective equipment to safeguard frontline workers who would handle any suspected patient encounters.
Community outreach initiatives are being considered to educate residents in public spaces such as markets and transportation hubs about early detection symptoms and prevention strategies. Authorities continue to monitor developments closely while urging vigilance across local communities.
Source reporting: Punch — 2026-10-27 11:57:19
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