The Ogun State Government has heightened surveillance and public health readiness across the state after the Federal Government confirmed an Ebola case in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
Health officials confirmed that no cases have been recorded in Ogun as of October 21, 2026.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi Coker, revealed on Wednesday that the state’s Public Health Emergency Operations Centre has been on high alert since the Democratic Republic of the Congo declared an outbreak in March 2026.
State officials have already monitored 111 travellers arriving from high-risk countries, all of whom completed their mandatory isolation and surveillance periods without incident.
State strengthens healthcare readiness and port monitoring
Ogun State has deployed adapted national guidelines, protocols, and medical resources across healthcare facilities.
Capacity-building initiatives and specialized training have been conducted for Disease Surveillance and Notification Officers, port health personnel, health educators, and community informants.
Infection prevention measures are being intensified across public and private hospitals. Healthcare workers have been directed to maintain a high index of suspicion, isolate suspected patients immediately, and follow strict safety procedures.
How Ebola spreads and key symptoms to track
Ebola is a severe viral disease transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids, contaminated surfaces, or the bodies of deceased patients. Symptoms typically appear between two and 21 days following exposure and include:
High fever, severe fatigue, and body weakness
Muscle aches, sore throat, and intense headaches
Vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea
Unexplained bleeding or bruising in severe cases
Health authorities noted that exhibiting these symptoms does not automatically signify an Ebola infection, but immediate medical evaluation is crucial for anyone with recent travel history to high-risk zones.
Recommended safety measures for Ebola
The state government advised residents to practice rigorous hygiene, including regular handwashing with soap and running water or using alcohol-based hand sanitisers. Citizens must avoid touching body fluids of sick individuals and refrain from handling deceased persons suspected of having died from the virus, as specialized teams handle safe burials.
Residents are urged to cooperate with contact tracers, report suspected exposure before symptoms arise, and call public health authorities prior to visiting hospitals to allow for safe transport.
For reporting suspected cases or seeking medical guidance, residents can contact the Ogun State Epidemiologist at 08084250881 or the NCDC toll-free helpline at 6232.
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