NOA begins Ebola awareness campaign in Akwa Ibom

The Nigerian Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has directed several government agencies to intensify public awareness on the Ebola Virus Disease following the confirmation of a case in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The National Orientation Agency, Nigerian Television Authority, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Voice of Nigeria, and News Agency of Nigeria have been tasked with educating Nigerians on the disease and preventive measures.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the case on Tuesday, with 44 close contacts identified for monitoring. The minister emphasized the importance of accurate information in containing the disease and preventing public panic, urging agencies to work closely with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the NCDC for verified and evidence-based public information.

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