BREAKING: FG Reinforces Ebola Entry Protocols At Ports – What It Means For Seafarers, Dockworkers & Vessels By Romeon Okwo | Nigeria Anchorage | Abuja – 23 Oct 2026
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has directed strict compliance with Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) entry protocols at *all points of entry – Including Lagos Ports, Rivers Ports, and Onne –* following non-compliance reports. Circular Details: - Circular No: PS/FMOH/08/VIII/48 - Date: 22 October 2026 - Signed by: Permanent Secretary, Daju Kachollom S. mni, on behalf of Coordinating Minister Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate - Trigger: Concerns from Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) over breach of protocols MARITIME WORKPLACE PROSPECT – What Nigeria Anchorage Readers Must Know: 1. For Seafarers & Crew : All vessels berthing at Lagos, Tin-Can, Apapa, Onne, Warri must undergo prescribed screening – Health declaration forms mandatory – Non-compliance = Vessel denial of entry – NPA + Port Health now joint enforcement. 2. For Dockworkers, Clearing Agents, Freight Forwarders: - Screening procedures at port gates reinforced - Surveillance measures for stevedores handling...