Ebola: FAAN Steps Up Airport Surveillance, Assures Travellers

LThe Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has stepped up vigilance across airport operations following a confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), assuring travellers of its commitment to safeguarding public health.

The Authority said it was working with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Port Health Services, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and other relevant agencies to support ongoing containment efforts.

In a statement issued on by the director, Public Affair and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, FAAN said it was maintaining heightened vigilance across airport operations and would continue to coordinate its response with public health authorities to address potential health threats.

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The Authority noted that the early identification of the case and the commencement of contact tracing underscored the importance of established public health protocols, effective surveillance and inter-agency collaboration.

“The early identification of the case and commencement of contact tracing underscore the importance of established public health protocols, effective surveillance and inter-agency collaboration in responding to potential health threats,” he stated.

He continued, “FAAN is maintaining heightened vigilance across airport operations and will continue to coordinate with public health authorities, align its response with further guidance and support additional measures considered necessary to safeguard passengers, airport personnel and the wider public,” Agbebire stated.

He added that it would align its response with further guidance from relevant health authorities and support additional measures considered necessary to protect passengers, airport personnel and the wider public.

FAAN urged passengers, airport users, airlines and other aviation stakeholders to remain calm, vigilant and cooperative with health officials as efforts to contain the case continue.

The Authority also advised the public to rely on verified information and refrain from spreading unconfirmed reports that could trigger unnecessary panic.

FAAN reaffirmed its readiness to work with relevant agencies to protect public health while ensuring the safe operation of Nigeria’s airports.