Federal Government has intensified nationwide Ebola surveillance, contact tracing and state mobilisation to prevent further spread following the confirmation of an imported case in Abuja.
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this on Thursday while briefing journalists on the outcome of the National Economic Council meeting held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Professor Pate reassured Nigerians that there is no cause for panic, but stressed the need for vigilance and caution.
"Nigeria still has only one confirmed case, an imported infection recorded in Abuja, with 44 contacts currently under monitoring as authorities work to contain the threat", he confirmed.
According to him, the government is strengthening coordination with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, the World Health Organisation, WHO, and the Africa CDC, while mobilising states and health facilities for rapid detection and response to suspected cases.
The Minister urged Nigerians to remain calm, avoid spreading misinformation and comply with public health advisories, including maintaining good hygiene and promptly reporting suspected symptoms.
He added that routine daily activities should continue in line with official guidance, while citizens remain alert and adhere to further public health directives that may be issued.
Pate said as surveillance and contact tracing continue, government's priority remains containing the imported case and preventing further transmission.
He emphasised that the key message to Nigerians is not to panic, but to stay vigilant.
Ebola: Nigeria steps up nationwide surveillance, state mobilisation