Medical personnel have been deployed by the Zamfara State Government to Gusau International Airport and major motor parks across the state to screen incoming passengers as part of proactive measures to avert a potential Ebola virus outbreak.
The decision becomes necessary considering the recent outbreak of the virus in Abuja, the Nation’s capital
The government also says movement of persons especially between Abuja and Zamfara state by road and through the airport is high and that calls for the urgent need to commence screening at entry points
The Zamfara state Commissioner for health, Dr. Nafisa Maradun is also at the and airport leading the screening alongside her team members
Speaking to newsmen shortly after the Flagg off, Dr. Nafisa confirmed that one passenger who arrived in Gusau from Saudi Arabia was found to have an elevated body temperature and was identified for further medical assessment.
She calls for calm as the state government under governor Dauda Lawal is not leaving any stone unturned to ensure the safety and wellbeing of his people
Today’s brief ceremony at the airport according to the Health Commissioner marks the flag off of the screening exercise as same is also taking place at major motor parks and medical personnel had been deployed to all entry points.
What You Should Know
In response to a recent Ebola virus outbreak in Abuja, the Zamfara State Government has launched a rigorous screening exercise at major entry points, including the Gusau International Airport and primary motor parks. State Health Commissioner Dr. Nafisa Maradun personally led the initial screening, where a passenger arriving from Saudi Arabia with an elevated body temperature was quickly identified for further evaluation. Authorities have urged residents to remain calm while assuring them that proactive safety measures are fully in place.
- Positive Impact: Early detection measures and active screening at key transport hubs significantly reduce the risk of the virus spreading into the state, protecting residents.
- Potential Concerns: Travelers may experience slight delays at airports and motor parks due to mandatory temperature checks and health screenings.
