Ebola: Anambra deploys surveillance officers to strategic locations

On October 22, 2026, the Anambra State Government announced the deployment of health surveillance officers to various strategic locations across the state, including the Chinua Achebe International Airport in Umueri, motor parks, banks, and other public gathering places. This decision comes in response to a confirmed case of Ebola reported in Abuja, prompting health officials to take preventive measures to protect the community.

The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Ben Obidike, emphasized the importance of these surveillance efforts to monitor and control the potential spread of the virus. The deployment aims to ensure that health protocols are followed in crowded areas and to quickly identify any further cases. The current situation is being closely monitored by health officials, and the public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious symptoms to health authorities.

Reported by Vanguard.