The Anambra State Government has urgently deployed specialized nursing teams to the Chinua Achebe International and Cargo Airport to screen arriving passengers for Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). Premium Times reported early this afternoon, October 22, that emergency hotlines have also been activated to strengthen surveillance at all border communities.
How Does This Impact Travelers?
The State Commissioner noted that the enhanced surveillance is designed to promote early detection without causing undue panic. Diaspora returnees and international travelers arriving from countries with active Ebola transmission may now be required to complete mandatory health declaration forms to facilitate monitoring and follow-up by public health officials.
What Happens Next?
The government has cautioned residents against relying on unproven preventive practices, such as bathing with saltwater. Returning travelers are urged to remain vigilant and cooperate fully with the airport screening teams, as authorities continue to monitor the situation in coordination with federal health agencies.
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