"Camp is still fun notwithstanding the constraints of the prevention measures"

"It is vital that corps members adhere to all prevention measures. There are camp vanguards to ensure disciplinary actions for defaults"

- DG NYSC, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim

#COVID19Nigeria case update as at Saturday, 17th July, 2021:

123 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria;

Lagos-70
Akwa Ibom-18
Ogun-10
Oyo-8
Rivers-8
Ekiti-4
FCT-4
Bayelsa-1

169,329 confirmed
164,672 discharged
2,126 deaths

Today’s report includes:

✅ Data from Akwa Ibom for 16th July (10 cases) and 17th July (8 cases)

✅Four states with zero cases reported: Ekiti, Kano, Ondo, Sokoto

#NCDCInTheNews

In this interview with Guardian Nigeria, NCDC DG, Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu discusses the response to the #COVID19 pandemic in Nigeria highlighting:

✅ The resurgence of #COVID19 cases in the country
✅ The emergence of the Delta variant
✅ How NCDC is addressing the situation

Read👇🏾
https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/we-are-preparing-for-possible-surge-in-covid-19-cases-says-ncdc/

#COVID19Nigeria case update as at Sunday, 18th July, 2021:

203 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria;

Lagos-186
Edo-4
Oyo-4
Rivers-4
FCT-3
Kwara-2

169,532 confirmed
164,699 discharged
2,127 deaths

Today’s report includes:

✅Data from Oyo State for 16th July, 2021

✅Seven states with zero cases reported: Ekiti, Imo, Kano, Ogun, Ondo, Plateau, Sokoto

This year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration has come at a time when we must continue to be cautious and #TakeResponsibility for our health and those around us.

We call on all worshipers to adhere to public health guidelines to prevent spread of the virus

#CelebrateResponsibly.

Nigerians are urged to #TakeResponsibility. Adhere to all #COVID19 preventive measures as you celebrate

✅ Avoid all non-essential travel within & outside Nigeria
✅ Avoid mass gatherings
✅ Observe physical distancing in public places
✅ Always wear a face mask in public places

#CelebrateResponsibly

The #COVID19 outbreak is ongoing and the Delta variant has been detected in Nigeria, which is more dangerous and spreads faster.

Wear a mask properly at all times in public spaces as this prevents transmission of the virus.

#CelebrateResponsibly

As you celebrate, remember that the #COVID19 outbreak is not yet over.

✅Wear a face mask
✅Wash your hands frequently
✅Avoid large gatherings.

There will be many more festivities to celebrate, #TakeResponsibility to stay safe.

#CelebrateResponsibly.

Let's stay healthy & safe as we celebrate #EidAlAdha festivity.

Protect yourself & your loved ones especially, the elderly & those that are living with health conditions.

#TakeResponsibility & adhere to #COVID19 preventive measures.

#EidMubarak

The #COVID19 Delta variant spreads and kills faster.

#TakeResponsibility for your health and those around you.

✅Wear a mask in public spaces as this prevents transmission of the virus.
✅Practice physical distancing and avoid physical contact with others outside your home.
✅Avoid unnecessary travel as the virus moves from place to place as people move
✅Avoid large gatherings, the virus spreads when people gather

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COVID-19 Public Health Advisory for Eid-el-Kabir

"As we celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, we urge Nigerians to be aware of the high risk of spread of COVID-19, and adhere to preventive measures"

Full advisory:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/335/covid-19-public-health-advisory-for-eid-el-kabir

#TakeResponsibility

Physical distance helps avoid contact with respiratory droplets when an infected person with #COVID19 coughs, sneezes or talks.

Keep a distance of 2metres from anyone showing symptoms of a respiratory illness to stay safe.

#TakeResponsibility to #CelebrateResponsibly.