Mr Sam-Wobo said that though the NCDC has activated the response process used during COVID-19, there is a need to increase surveillance at the various entry points.
The confirmation came a few days after the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported a case in Cross.
He said Mr Otu had approved the recruitment of 31 doctors, 22 pharmacists and 153 nurses, while 196 PHCs would be revamped.
The NMA directed its members to resume clinical services to the public at their various establishments.
Mr Makeri said scabies is linked to personal hygiene, saying looking at the community, one will observe that it lacks basic amenities that can enhance good hygiene.
She said that immunisation was important to protect children from life-long illness.
The North-East Development Commission has embarked on fumigating major drainages in Maiduguri town to contain mosquitoes and other pests.
Governor Abba Yusuf said this while inaugurating the Kano State Task Force Committee on Immunisation.
He said the study will provide the Nigerian government with critical data to make informed decisions.
A health expert says excessive consumption of salt and bouillon cubes can be dangerous.
