EIGHTY-SIX new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

70 in Lagos
7 in FCT
3 in Katsina
3 in Akwa Ibom
1 in Jigawa
1 in Bauchi
1 in Borno

As at 11:50 pm 19th April there are 627 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 170 discharged and 21 dead.

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for more.

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

#LassaFeverInfo

Despite a decline in #Lassafever cases, we must remember that the disease is highly infectious & can still be contracted through contact with rats.

Our #Lassafever Incident Manager, Chioma DanNwafor, explains what you need to know and how to stay protected.

Today and always, we are grateful to health workers working very hard across the country, at this difficult time.

We also remember our colleagues who have died in the line of duty.

#TakeResponsibility by sharing all details of your symptoms & travel history with health workers.

"E nwere ozi eweputara otu anyi ye si ne chedo onwe anyi maka oria coronavirus."

Nollywood star Chioma Kpotha shares an important message on preventing #COVID19.

Watch, download and share with loved ones.

Grateful to the Country office of the UNDP for their support.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

THIRTY-EIGHT new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

23 in Kano
5 in Gombe
3 in Kaduna
2 in Borno
2 in Abia
1 in FCT
1 in Sokoto
1 in Ekiti

As at 11:10 pm 20th April there are 665 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 188 discharged and 22 dead.

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a more detailed report.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

HOW DOES #COVID19 SPREAD?

#COVID19 is spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes or speaks.

It is critical to #StayAtHome and avoid large gatherings.

If you must leave home, please #PreventCOVID19Spread by practicing physical distancing and wearing a face mask.

#TakeResponsibility

NA YOUR HAND E DEY
to #PreventCOVID19Spread.

Remember to cough or sneeze into a tissue and dispose in a covered waste bin.

If a tissue is not available, please cough or sneeze into your bent elbow

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

117 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

59 in Lagos
29 in FCT
14 in Kano
6 in Borno
4 in Katsina
3 in Ogun
1 in Rivers
1 in Bauchi

As at 11:25 pm 21st April there are 782 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 1987 discharged and 25 dead.

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a more detailed report.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

#COVID19Nigeria
KNOW THE FACTS

Q: Is there a cure for COVID-19?

A: There is no cure yet for #COVID19, however many of the symptoms can be treated. Supportive care for infected persons can be highly effective

For more facts, vist:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/faq.php
#TakeResponsibility

Every week, the NCDC publishes a Weekly Epidemiological Report #NCDCWER on her website.

This week's editorial focuses on the importance of the lockdown strategy in Nigeria's #COVID19 response.

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Read here:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/reports/254/2020-april-week-14

SAFE USE OF FACE MASKS

✅ Wash hands before touching your face mask.

✅ Ensure the mask covers your nose and mouth completely.

✅ Avoid touching the mask while you have it on.

✅ Replace once it becomes damp. Do do not reuse.

✅ To remove the mask, do not grab in front and take off; remove the mask from behind and discard in a closed bin; wash your hands afterwards.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

91 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

74 in Lagos
5 in Katsina
4 in Ogun
2 in Delta
2 in Edo
1 in Kwara
1 in Oyo
1 in FCT
1 in Adamawa

As at 11:25pm 22nd April, there are 873 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 197 discharged and 28 dead.

Visit www.covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for more.

After recovering from #COVID19 , Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi, wants people to know that the disease is NOT a death sentence.

She shares the importance of lending a hand of support to those who have been infected with #COVID19

Watch, share & spread the word!

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

108 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

78 in Lagos
14 in FCT
5 in Ogun
4 in Gombe
3 Borno
2 in Akwa Ibom
1 in Kwara
1 in Plateau

As at 11:30 pm 23rd April there are 981 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 197 discharged and 31 dead.

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a detailed report.

#TakeResponsibility

Yesterday the National Risk Communication Technical Working Group held a #COVID19 strategy review meeting.

The meeting convened members of various government agencies and partners to address emerging challenges in communication.

We are grateful to Breakthrough Action Nigeria and University of Maryland, Baltimore for their support.

#COVID19Nigeria

Q: Should I wear a mask?

A: The NCDC has published an advisory on the use of masks for members of the public. This provides guidance on the effective use of masks in non-healthcare settings.

Read here:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/guideline/UseOfMasks.pdf

For more FAQs:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/faq.php

#Lassafeverinfo
The latest Lassa Fever Situation Report has been published on our website (week 16).

We continue to record a decline in #LassaFever cases, which is similar to the trend seen at this time of the year in previous years

Read via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/45e869f38d46ffa4fbb5fa3ef4b7d261.pdf

Watch as actress Rahma Sadau shares an important message on #COVID19 prevention in Hausa language.

She emphasises the importance of hand washing with soap under running water for 20 seconds to protect ourselves and our communities

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

RAMADAN KAREEM
Let us all #TakeResponsibility for our saftey and that of our loved ones this Ramadan period.

Remember, all of us have an important part to play!

#RamadanKareem

114 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

80 in Lagos
21 in Gombe
5 in FCT
2 in Zamfara
2 in Edo
1 in Ogun
1 in Oyo
1 in Kaduna
1 in Sokoto

As at 11:30 pm 24th April there are 1095 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 208 discharged and 32 dead. Nigeria has recorded #COVID19 confirmed cases in 27 States and the Federal Capital Territory

- The number of new cases increased by 114. The number of deaths increased by 1

- Five cases previously recorded as Lagos state cases, are now recorded as Ogun state cases

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a detailed report.

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

NA YOUR HAND E DEY to #PreventCOVID19Spread!

Remember to wash your hands frequently with soap under running water for at least 20 seconds

If water is not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitser

#TakeResponsibility