Nigeria's Centre for Disease Control and Prevention announced 80% readiness in risk communication and community engagement for Ebola preparedness during a recent webinar, with Dr. Jide Idris confirming the progress.

The Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Jide Idris, revealed that Nigeria is only 59 percent prepared for a potential Ebola outbreak. Health authorities are intensifying surveillance and tightening entry points at airports and borders.