Ogun State Government Enhances Ebola Preparedness Measures

The Ogun State Government has enhanced disease surveillance and emergency preparedness in response to the Federal Government's announcement of an Ebola outbreak in the Federal Capital Territory, assuring residents that no cases had been detected in Ogun State as of October 21, 2026. Dr Tomi Coker, the Commissioner for Health, stated that the state had increased its preparedness since the outbreak was declared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in March 2026.

A total of 111 persons of interest, including passengers from high-risk countries, were identified and monitored, but were released after completing the surveillance period. The state's Public Health Emergency Operations Centre is coordinating efforts for early detection and management of any suspected cases.

Coker emphasized the importance of public awareness campaigns and infection prevention measures in healthcare facilities. She advised residents to seek accurate information from official health channels and to practice preventive measures against Ebola, which can spread through direct contact with infected bodily fluids.