The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the activation of enhanced health surveillance measures at all international airports across the country, following renewed Ebola concerns in parts of Central Africa. The measures include additional screening protocols for arriving and departing passengers, as confirmed by FAAN's official statement on May 20, 2026.
According to FAAN, the enhanced screening involves temperature checks, health questionnaires, and observation for symptoms consistent with Ebola virus disease. The authority stated that these steps are precautionary and align with guidelines from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
FAAN assured travelers that the measures are designed to minimize disruption while ensuring public health safety. The agency urged passengers to cooperate with health officials at screening points and to report any symptoms promptly.
The move comes after the WHO reported a small cluster of Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo earlier this month, though no cases have been detected in Nigeria as of May 20, 2026. FAAN emphasized that the surveillance is part of routine preparedness and not a response to any immediate threat within the country.
