There seem to be some victory over Ebola for Nigeria and hope
for Nigerians. According to the Minister of Health, Prof. Onyebuchi Chukwu, the
situation seems to be under control as the number of Ebola cases has been
successfully reduced to just one.
Addressing newsmen today August 26th in Abuja, Prof.
Onyebuchi said only one patient is still at the Isolation center in Lagos. Out of
the thirteen confirm Ebola cases, five of those infected died while seven
responded to treatment and were discharged.
This is really interesting news. I can now breathe and stop
worrying about my friends and family members. Hmm maybe I can also consider
homecoming. But let’s hope that tomorrow’s headline won’t say “presidency
denies the reports that Ebola virus has been successfully contained”. In
Nigeria, anything can happen.
Anyway, for now read the minister's statement below and let’s
have some faith…
"Of these thirteen, five, including the index case
unfortunately did not survive the disease and are now late. However, seven of
the infected persons were successfully managed at the Isolation ward in Lagos
and have been discharged home.
"Two of treated patients, a male doctor and a female
nurse were discharged yesterday evening, 25th August, 2014 having satisfied the
criteria for discharge.
"I wish to reassure Nigerians and indeed the global
community that the Government shall remain vigilant and will not relent as
Government continues to work with her partners to ensure that the disease is
kept out of the country. Thank you.”
Remain happy and spread happiness around. Xoxo
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