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Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by nnamdibig(m): 6:48pm On Aug 08, 2014 |
President Goodluck Jonathan Friday in Abuja declared the control and containment of the Ebola virus in Nigeria, a National Emergency. The Federal Ministry of Health has therefore been directed to work in collaboration with the State Ministries of Health, the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other relevant agencies to ensure that all possible steps are taken to effectively contain the threat of the Ebola virus in line with international protocols and best practices. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Dr Reuben Abati, President Jonathan also approved a Special Intervention Plan and the immediate release of N1. 9 billion for its implementation, to further strengthen on-going steps to contain the virus such as the establishment of additional isolation centres, case management, contact tracing, deployment of additional personnel, screening at borders, and the procurement of required items and facilities. The President commended the vigilance of aviation and health authorities in Lagos who identified and isolated the index case in Nigeria, the late Patrick Sawyer, an American-Liberian who flew into the country. He also applauded the good work of health authorities at both State and Federal levels who have traced persons who had contact with him, isolated other identified cases and embarked on massive public enlightenment. President Jonathan called for even greater vigilance and co-operation at all levels to stop the Ebola virus from spreading further. The statement reads: [b]“President Jonathan calls for even greater vigilance and co-operation at all levels to stop the Ebola virus from spreading further. “As the effective implementation of the Federal Government’s Special Intervention Plan will require other stakeholders to take certain precautionary steps that are supportive of the government’s initiative, the President calls on members of the public to follow all directives by health authorities and report any suspected Ebola case to the nearest health facility for immediate medical attention. “He also enjoins the public to desist from spreading false information about Ebola which can lead to mass hysteria, panic and misdirection, including unverified suggestions about the prevention, treatment, cure and spread of the virus. “President Jonathan urges that the movement of corpses from one community to the other, and from overseas into the country should be stopped forthwith. Every death should be reported to the relevant authorities, and special precautions should be taken in handling corpses. “Religious and political groups, spiritual healing centres, families, associations and other bodies should, in the meantime, discourage gatherings and activities that may unwittingly promote close contact with infected persons or place others at risk. “Public enlightenment agencies, including privately-owned media organs should support government’s efforts and disseminate correct information in all Nigerian languages, about preventive personal hygiene measures, the nature of the Ebola virus, modes of transmission and consequential steps to be taken in the event of infection. “President Jonathan appeals to State governments and private day care, nursery, primary and secondary schools owners to consider the option of extending the current school holiday until such a time when a national reassessment of the level of the Ebola threat is conducted. “The President further directs the National Emergency Management Agency and similar agencies at the state level to strengthen their public enlightenment campaigns and to use their networks to distribute hand sanitisers and other protective items nationwide. He has also directed the aviation and health authorities to embark on immediate intensification of the screening of travelers at all the nation’s borders. “President Jonathan reassures everyone that the Government of Nigeria will continue to take every step, deploy all resources, and mobilize every support and assistance to check the spread of Ebola in the country “Medical workers and other health professionals are expected to regard this declaration of a National Emergency as a patriotic call to duty and service”.[/b] http://thenationonlineng.net/new/jonathan-declares-national-emergency-on-ebola 6 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Johnolis(m): 7:03pm On Aug 08, 2014 |
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Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Afrocatalyst: 6:40pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Since when? We've declared national emergency on Ebola since Pato the importer died. Dey no dey tell person na. 12 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by aadoiza: 6:40pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Nice move. |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Htown64(m): 6:41pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
2nded |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Babyboy1986(m): 6:42pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Hmmmm na today ?? I no fit shout ooo, FP things on my mind |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by superior1: 6:42pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Dumbo should have done this much earlier not waiting until water don dey pass garri 9 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by drkunle008: 6:42pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
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Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by hobermener: 6:42pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
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Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Nobody: 6:43pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
adEBOLA don dey scare d sh*t outta pple o no worries, all dis will soon become HISTORY we all nid to pray 5 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by rekeson: 6:43pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
We need a cure cos prevention is kind of late now!! 1 Like |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by stevolinkon40: 6:44pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
i don hear |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Chrisx1x(m): 6:44pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
I see.... With the doctors stil on strike,the worst is yet to come. *singing fela song:i sorry for Nigeria* |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Olayemie(m): 6:44pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Oga o.... 3 Likes
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Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by sangamania2008(m): 6:44pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
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Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by hensben(m): 6:45pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Good way to go 1 Like |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Guykhena(m): 6:45pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
nnamdibig: “He also enjoins the public to desist from spreading false information about Ebola which can lead to mass hysteria, panic and misdirection, including unverified suggestions about the prevention, treatment, cure and spread of the virus. ^^^ Nairalanders hear now o..(i.e salt and bitter Kola rumour mongers) 2 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Babyboy1986(m): 6:45pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Make you fine the cure nah rekeson: We need a cure cos prevention is kind of late now!! |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by ibdeals1(m): 6:46pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
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Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by biafransoul: 6:46pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
I don't know why; I too like my President. Gej, carry go joo! 2 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Babyboy1986(m): 6:46pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
E be like say u get kolo for head oo. sangamania2008: H |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Nobody: 6:46pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
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Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Nobody: 6:47pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Did it just dawn on him? |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by experimentist: 6:47pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Why he dey declare emmergency on his middle name? Abi no be 'Goodluck Ebola Jonathan' be hin name? 2 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by JaypeeAnics(m): 6:48pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Ebola is just but a visitor....it will surely go....up Nigeria...up jonathan. |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by topsonkay(m): 6:48pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Good for a start. Ebola no go know the direction to your house o. Amen 2 Likes |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Emmycheeze: 6:48pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Nice one Mr president Good bless u,pdp and Nigeria @large 1 Like |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Nobody: 6:48pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Slow Jones 1 Like |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by Babyboy1986(m): 6:48pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Abi he don share money give you biafransoul: I don't know why; I too like my President. Gej, carry go joo! 1 Like |
Re: Jonathan Declares National Emergency On Ebola by BoiledCorn: 6:48pm On Aug 10, 2014 |
Judgment day will surely come and the wicked shall be punished 1 Like |
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