A professor of Political Science and rights activist, Sylvester Odion Akhaine, has expressed concern over the recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that Nigeria must urgently strengthen border surveillance and public health preparedness to prevent another health crisis. Akhaine, in a statement issued on Tuesday, warned that the spread of the deadly virus into neighbouring Uganda posed a serious threat that should not be ignored by Nigerian authorities.

ABUJA: The World Health Organization declared Sunday the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. Africa’s top public health…

The NCDC has intensified Ebola surveillance in Nigeria following outbreaks in Congo and Uganda. Learn about preparedness measures and how to stay safe.