Malaria Surveillance in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria: From ‘Control’ to ‘Pre-Elimination’ Status

Abstract

Introduction: Malaria surveillance system is essential in guiding the scientific development of the varied approaches to tackling malaria. In Nigeria the surveillance system is weak and needs upgrading. We described the process of operation of the malaria surveillance system; determined if the surveillance system was meeting its set objectives; and assessed the key attributes of the malaria surveillance system in Akwa Ibom.