President Jonathan declares a National Emergency on EBOLA

Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday declared a national emergency in an effort to control and contain the spread of the Ebola virus.

Mr. Jonathan also approved a Special Intervention Plan and the “immediate release” of 1.9 billion naira for its implementation, according to a statement from his office.

The fund aims to “further strengthen ongoing steps to contain the virus such as the establishment of additional isolation centers, case management, contact tracing, deployment of additional personnel, screening at borders, and the procurement of required items and facilities.”

Mr. Jonathan called for greater vigilance and cooperation at all levels to stop the Ebola virus from spreading.