The Chief Medical Director of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving 10 billion Naira (approximately $13 million USD) dedicated to Ebola prevention. The funding will be utilized to strengthen Nigeria’s preparedness and response capabilities against potential Ebola outbreaks. UPTH officials highlighted the proactive nature of the allocation, emphasizing its importance in preventing the spread of the virus within the country. This financial commitment signals a renewed focus on public health infrastructure and disease control. The funds are expected to support surveillance, laboratory capacity, and rapid response teams. This approval follows concerns regarding recent Ebola outbreaks in neighboring African countries, prompting a preventative approach by the Tinubu administration. The initiative aims to safeguard public health and minimize the risk of an Ebola epidemic in Nigeria.