The Niger State Government has positioned its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC) on heightened alert following a reported case of Ebola Virus Disease within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, and the identification of 44 contacts linked to the case.
The state authorities stated the precautionary measure was aimed toward stopping the doable unfold of the illness into Niger, which shares a boundary with the FCT.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Murtala Muhammad Bagana, disclosed this, explaining that the choice was a part of efforts to strengthen illness surveillance, enhance early detection and improve the state’s capability to reply swiftly to any suspected case.
Bagana reassured residents that no Ebola case had been detected in Niger State, stressing that the heightened emergency posture was a safety measure quite than a response to a confirmed an infection inside the state.
The transfer adopted a federal authorities announcement on Tuesday confirming an Ebola case involving a traveller who had not too long ago arrived from Uganda.
The commissioner stated the state’s proximity to Abuja, coupled with frequent motion of individuals and the excessive quantity of business actions between the 2 places, made heightened vigilance crucial.
According to him, the elevated motion of individuals between Niger State and the FCT underscores the significance of strengthening monitoring and preparedness to minimise the chance of doable transmission.
To guarantee ample readiness, Bagana stated the state Ministry of Health was collaborating with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), the World Health Organisation (WHO) and different related worldwide companions.
The collaboration is anticipated to strengthen surveillance, facilitate the early identification of suspected instances and assist a coordinated response ought to the necessity come up.
The commissioner urged residents to stay calm, noting that the measures being carried out have been precautionary and meant to guard public well being.
Further particulars on the state’s preparedness measures are anticipated to be launched by the Ministry of Health.
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