Abia prompts Ebola preventive measures, urges residents to not panic

The Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, said this on Tuesday whereas chatting with journalists after the manager council assembly presided over by Governor Alex Otti.

He defined that the preventive measures in opposition to Ebola are being activated within the state following consultations with the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate.

Kanu urged Abia residents to not panic however to look at good hygiene and keep away from massive crowds.

The authorities disclosed that it will embark on a public consciousness marketing campaign throughout the state to coach residents on preventive measures.

“Ebola virus disease can be serious and even life-threatening, but can be prevented as well.

“Our people are advised not to panic, but observe good hygiene practices and, as much as possible, avoid large crowds at this time,” Kanu stated.