The state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun, made this known on Friday while addressing journalists at the Gusau International Airport.
According to the Commissioner, the move is part of proactive measures put in place by the state government to prevent the importation of the deadly virus into Zamfara and to ensure early detection of any suspected case.
She explained that under the new directive, all passengers coming into the state by air and road will be subjected to mandatory temperature checks and comprehensive health assessment at all designated entry points.
Dr. Maradun further disclosed that the Ministry of Health has already deployed trained health personnel and surveillance officers to the Gusau Airport, major interstate motor parks and other strategic transport hubs across the 14 local government areas of the state.
She noted that the health workers have been equipped with infrared thermometers and other necessary equipment to carry out the exercise effectively.
The Commissioner, while appealing to residents and travellers for understanding, stated that the screening exercise may cause brief delays at entry points but is necessary in the interest of public safety.
She urged the public to cooperate fully with the medical teams on ground and to promptly report any person exhibiting symptoms associated with Ebola, such as high fever, vomiting and bleeding, to the nearest health facility.
Dr. Maradun assured that the state government is fully prepared and is working in collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, and other relevant stakeholders to protect the lives of citizens.
She added that the ministry will continue to monitor the situation and will not hesitate to take additional measures if the need arises.
