LAGOS GOVT ON ALERT, SAYS NO EBOLA CASE IN STATE

The Lagos State Government says no Ebola case has been recorded in the state, assuring residents that measures are being strengthened to detect and respond to any suspected infection.

Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, gave the assurance on Sunday following confirmation of an imported Ebola case in Abuja.

He urged residents to remain calm and vigilant while relying on official health updates.

Abayomi said the government was working with airport officials, Port Health Services and other agencies to improve passenger screening, information sharing and emergency response at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport.

The state is also increasing public awareness about symptoms, transmission and prevention.

Residents were advised to wash their hands regularly and avoid contact with the blood or body fluids of sick people, potentially contaminated materials, and sick or dead wild animals.

Abayomi urged anyone who develops symptoms after possible exposure or travel from an affected area to contact health authorities for guidance before visiting a healthcare facility.

Suspected cases or exposure concerns can be reported through Lagos emergency numbers 112 or 767, or the state’s disease surveillance team on 08023169485.

The commissioner said monitoring and preparedness efforts would continue, stressing that early reporting helps protect lives.