Ebola Alert: Nigeria Must Strengthen Preparedness Without Panic

Nigeria has no confirmed Ebola case, but the reported imported case in Kenya shows how quickly infectious diseases can cross borders. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has urged vigilance as travel continues across the region. Nigeria’s response to Ebola in 2014 showed the value of rapid contact tracing, isolation, testing and clear public communication. Those lessons must remain active in hospitals, laboratories, airports, seaports and land borders. Health workers need proper training and protective equipment, while travellers with possible exposure should report symptoms promptly and honestly. Nigerians should avoid rumours and stigma, and rely on verified updates from public health authorities.

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