We are grateful for the support from IHS Towers in providing FOUR ambulances for Nigeria’s #COVID19 response.
These will be used by Port Health Services of the Federal Ministry of Health, and the State Public Health Emergency Operations Centres (State PHEOCs) in Kano, Edo an Oyo State to expand the current capacity for transportation of cases in the States.
These will be used by Port Health Services of the Federal Ministry of Health, and the State Public Health Emergency Operations Centres (State PHEOCs) in Kano, Edo an Oyo State to expand the current capacity for transportation of cases in the States.
204 new cases of #COVID19 reported:
80-Kano
45-Lagos
12-Gombe
9-Bauchi
9-Sokoto
7-Borno
7-Edo
6-Rivers
6-Ogun
4-FCT
4-Akwa Ibom
4-Bayelsa
3-Kaduna
2-Oyo
2-Delta
2-Nasarawa
1-Ondo
1-Kebbi
As at 11:50pm 30th April, there are 1,932 confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 319 discharged and 58 dead. 34 States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Nigeria have recorded AT LEAST ONE confirmed case of #COVID19. 71% of all cases are from three States.
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80-Kano
45-Lagos
12-Gombe
9-Bauchi
9-Sokoto
7-Borno
7-Edo
6-Rivers
6-Ogun
4-FCT
4-Akwa Ibom
4-Bayelsa
3-Kaduna
2-Oyo
2-Delta
2-Nasarawa
1-Ondo
1-Kebbi
As at 11:50pm 30th April, there are 1,932 confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 319 discharged and 58 dead. 34 States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Nigeria have recorded AT LEAST ONE confirmed case of #COVID19. 71% of all cases are from three States.
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Despite the ease of the lockdown starting 4th May, it is critical for Nigerians to adhere to these measures to #PreventCOVID19 spread:
🕖 Daily curfew from 8pm-6am
😷 Mandatory use of mask
🕌 Ban on social & religious gatherings
🚎Restricted inter-state travel
#TakeResponsibility
Share widely!
🕖 Daily curfew from 8pm-6am
😷 Mandatory use of mask
🕌 Ban on social & religious gatherings
🚎Restricted inter-state travel
#TakeResponsibility
Share widely!
"We‘re working on innovative ways to get our messages across to people in all areas. Our priority is providing communities with the right information to stay protected."
- Michael, an NCDC risk communications officer, as he supports a mass motorised #COVID19 campaign in Kano
- Michael, an NCDC risk communications officer, as he supports a mass motorised #COVID19 campaign in Kano
#Lassafeverinfo
The latest Lassa Fever Situation Report has been published on our website (week 17).
Following the decline in cases, NCDC has declared the emergency phase of the 2020 #Lassafever outbreak over.
Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/ff1dd756935ebe6eec59c163a1c5f5bf.pdf
The latest Lassa Fever Situation Report has been published on our website (week 17).
Following the decline in cases, NCDC has declared the emergency phase of the 2020 #Lassafever outbreak over.
Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/ff1dd756935ebe6eec59c163a1c5f5bf.pdf
🚨The claim that drinking palm oil can stop the spread of #COVID19 is FALSE! 🚨
To protect yourselves and loved ones from #COVID19 please adhere to guidance from public health authorities and avoid the spread of false information.
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To protect yourselves and loved ones from #COVID19 please adhere to guidance from public health authorities and avoid the spread of false information.
#TakeResponsibility
For all of us at the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, serving our country at this difficult time is a privelege that we are proud of.
Thank you to all our colleagues working hard together with us, to protect the health of Nigerians
Happy #WorkersDay!
Thank you to all our colleagues working hard together with us, to protect the health of Nigerians
Happy #WorkersDay!
"Prayers in mosques have been suspended and followers advised to perform their prayers at home.
At this time, followers may be feeling separated from their communities, however this need not be the case,"
Read about worshiping safely during this #Ramadan:
https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2020/04/30/ramadan-in-the-time-of-covid-19/
At this time, followers may be feeling separated from their communities, however this need not be the case,"
Read about worshiping safely during this #Ramadan:
https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2020/04/30/ramadan-in-the-time-of-covid-19/
You can make your own cloth face mask at home! Our simple step-by-step guide gives instructions using easy-to-find items.
Download, try it out it & share with family and friends: https://t.co/kbQLZtyrE4
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Download, try it out it & share with family and friends: https://t.co/kbQLZtyrE4
#TakeResponsibility
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“To all essential workers in Nigeria. You are the pride of our nation. We need you to keep pushing. Please do not give up.”
Watch NCDC Director General, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, show appreciation to all workers in Nigeria, and share his experience in leading the #NCDCTeam.
Happy #WorkersDay!!!
Watch NCDC Director General, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, show appreciation to all workers in Nigeria, and share his experience in leading the #NCDCTeam.
Happy #WorkersDay!!!
Despite the ease of the lockdown starting 4th May, it is critical for those managing public spaces to adhere to these measures to #PreventCOVID19Spread:
💦 Provision of handwashing facilities/sanitisers
👥 No gathering of >20 people
🌡 Mandatory temperature checks
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💦 Provision of handwashing facilities/sanitisers
👥 No gathering of >20 people
🌡 Mandatory temperature checks
Share Widely!
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To dey wear facemask dey help stop the spread of COVID-19, but e get oda important things wey una suppose sabi on how u go use am well.
Make una watch this video and show am to your loved ones to protect una self.
Dey safe, dey for your house.
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#DeyResponsible
Make una watch this video and show am to your loved ones to protect una self.
Dey safe, dey for your house.
#TakeResponsibility
#DeyResponsible
In Kano, our Rapid Response Team which includes graduates from our Nigeria Field Epidemiology and Lab Training Programme (NFELTP) are sensitising communities.
“We are visiting these communities to ensure that people are aware of how to protect themselves, but also actively search for cases that may be unreported.” - Arhyel Malgwi
“We are visiting these communities to ensure that people are aware of how to protect themselves, but also actively search for cases that may be unreported.” - Arhyel Malgwi
We have improved our #COVID19 microsite for ease of access!
Log on to access the latest guidance including:
✅Ramadan Advisory
✅Guide for the Use of Face Masks
✅Guidelines for healthcare workers
& more
Access via: http://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/guideline/
Thank you Centre for Global Health Practice and Impact, Georgetown University for supporting this process.
Log on to access the latest guidance including:
✅Ramadan Advisory
✅Guide for the Use of Face Masks
✅Guidelines for healthcare workers
& more
Access via: http://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/guideline/
Thank you Centre for Global Health Practice and Impact, Georgetown University for supporting this process.
Q: Should I visit a nearby health facility if I develop #COVID19 symptoms?
A: No. It is important you stay indoors & avoid contact with others. Call your state hotline immediately for further guidance.
For more FAQs, visit:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/faq/
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A: No. It is important you stay indoors & avoid contact with others. Call your state hotline immediately for further guidance.
For more FAQs, visit:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/faq/
#TakeResponsibility
Due to observed community transmission in parts of the country, a new case definition has been published for #COVID19 in Nigeria
SUSPECTED CASE:
Those with cough or fever (or history of fever in the last 2 weeks) with 1 or more of these symptoms:
• Shivering /shaking (chills)
• Body pain
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Recent loss of taste or smell
• Difficulty in breathing/shortness of
breath
• Diarrhea/abdominal pain
• Runny nose/catarrh
• Fatigue (tiredness)
Read for more information:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/Community_Case_Definition_PDF.pdf
SUSPECTED CASE:
Those with cough or fever (or history of fever in the last 2 weeks) with 1 or more of these symptoms:
• Shivering /shaking (chills)
• Body pain
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Recent loss of taste or smell
• Difficulty in breathing/shortness of
breath
• Diarrhea/abdominal pain
• Runny nose/catarrh
• Fatigue (tiredness)
Read for more information:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/Community_Case_Definition_PDF.pdf
#COVID19Nigeria situation report for 2nd May, 2020 has been published.
Our daily #COVID19 situation reports provide a summary of the epidemiological situation & response activities in Nigeria.
Download via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=14&name=An%20update%20of%20COVID-19%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria
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Our daily #COVID19 situation reports provide a summary of the epidemiological situation & response activities in Nigeria.
Download via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=14&name=An%20update%20of%20COVID-19%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria
#TakeResponsibility
170 new cases of #COVID19:
39-Lagos
29-Kano
24-Ogun
18-Bauchi
15-Kaduna
12-FCT
12-Sokoto
8-Katsina
7-Borno
3-Nasarawa
2-Adamawa
1-Oyo
2558 confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 400 discharged and 87 dead. Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a more detailed report.
39-Lagos
29-Kano
24-Ogun
18-Bauchi
15-Kaduna
12-FCT
12-Sokoto
8-Katsina
7-Borno
3-Nasarawa
2-Adamawa
1-Oyo
2558 confirmed cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 400 discharged and 87 dead. Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a more detailed report.