FG orders tighter Ebola screening at Nigeria’s entry points

The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a directive to tighten Ebola screening measures at entry points across the country, in response to concerns raised by the Office of the National Security Adviser about reported non-compliance with approved entry protocols. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare issued a circular on October 22, 2026, signed by the Permanent Secretary, Daju Kachollom S., on behalf of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate.

The directive emphasizes the need for consistent enforcement of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) entry protocols at all designated points of entry into Nigeria, in order to reduce the risk of cross-border transmission and protect public health and national security. Relevant institutions are required to ensure strict adherence to prescribed screening procedures, health declaration requirements, surveillance measures and other applicable entry protocols, and are urged to promptly document and report any breaches of the approved protocols.

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