Remember, cloth face masks are to be used as an additional layer of physical distancing; a mask alone cannot protect you from #COVID19.

Please continue to maintain a distance of 2 metres between yourself and others at all times to stay safe.

Full advisory:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/UseOfClothFaceMasks.pdf

NCDC's strategy prioritises testing as a way to #PreventCOVID19Spread by identifying, tracing & isolating cases.

Active case finding in communities helps identify people with #COVID19 that show no symptoms, but can transmit the virus to others

Read more via:
https://nigeriahealthwatch.com/scaling-up-covid-19-testing%E2%80%8A-%E2%80%8Aactive-case-finding-in-the-fct/#.XrOX0hNKi8p

We are working with traditional leaders across states to share information on #COVID19.

In #Kano, we are leveraging on their leadership and influence to inform citizens about the importance of physical distancing, hand washing & use of face masks.

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#COVID19Nigeria update for Thursday 07, 2020:

381 new cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria:

183-Lagos
55-Kano
44-Jigawa
19-Zamfara
19-Bauchi
11-Katsina
9-Borno
8-Kwara
7-Kaduna
6-Gombe
5-Ogun
4-Sokoto
3-Oyo
3-Rivers
2-Niger
1-Akwa Ibom
1-Enugu
1-Plateau

As at 7th May 2020, there are 3526 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 601 discharged and 107 dead.

A breakdown of cases by state can be found via https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng

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Please adhere to these added protective measures to reduce the risk of #COVID19 spread in Nigeria:

✅ Mandatory use of non-medical masks.

✅ No gatherings of more than 20 people.

✅ Controlled access to markets & businesses implemented by public authorities.

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Measures put in place as part of the ease of lockdown include the opening of:

🕗 Neighborhood markets on MON, WEDS, SAT 8am - 3pm

🕗 Banks & corporate offices 8am - 2pm

🕗 Government offices on MON, WEDS, FRI 8am - 2pm

CLOSED: Mosques, churches, schools, bars, clubs and gardens.

Q: Should I wear a mask?

A: The Federal Government of Nigeria has mandated the use of non-medical face masks in public spaces. NCDC has published guidance on the use of cloth masks by individuals in non-healthcare settings

Download/view guide here: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/UseOfClothFaceMasks.pdf

For more FAQs, please visit:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/faq/

The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 7th 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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How can I empower my children to stay safe from #COVID19❓

How can I keep my kids engaged at home❓

For answers to this and more, read our #COVID19 Parenting Tips which can be found along with other guidelines on our microsite at: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/guideline/

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In the Federal Capital Territory, we worked with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to set up #COVID19 sample collection centres as part of community-level testing.

Through active case finding, we are implementing our strategy to rapidly detect new cases, isolate and manage them to recovery.

Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire will participate at this webinar to be co-hosted by the Centre for Global Development, African Union's Commissioner for Social Affairs, ED Global Fund, and CEO GAVI.

Please click here to register to attend: https://bit.ly/2Lfbr59

If you are managing a business, please remember to keep your employees and customers safe by:

✅Conducting temperature checks
✅Providing handwashing facilities
✅Adhering to recommended hours of operation

For more on staying safe read our guide for businesses
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/COVID19GuideforBusinesses_1.pdf

📣Our WhatsApp and Telegram Channels are Active!!! 📣

📱 Follow our Telegram channel for the latest updates via https://tg-me.sbs/NCDCgov.

📱Send "Hi" to our WhatsApp number for verified, up-to-date information on #COVID19
at +2347087110839.

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#COVID19Nigeria UPDATE!!!

3 new labs have been included in our molecular laboratory network for #COVID19:

🔬University of Port harcourt Teaching hospital, Rivers State.
🔬Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (Satellite Lab), PorHarcourt
🔬University of Benin Teaching Hospital, PCR Laboratory, Benin

This brings the number of labs in Nigeria with the capacity to test for #COVID19 to 23.

Remember, a mask alone cannot protect you from #COVID19. To stay safe, make sure to:

✅Maintain physical distance
✅Practice hand hygiene
✅Clean & disinfect surfaces

See our DIY guide for instructions on how to make a mask at home:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/DIY_CLOTH_FACE_MASK_IG_TILES.pdf

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The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 10th 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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#COVID19Nigeria update for Monday 11th May, 2020:

242 new cases of #COVID19;
88-Lagos
64-Kano
49-Katsina
13-Kaduna
9-Ogun
6-Gombe
4-Adamawa
3-FCT
1-Ondo
1-Oyo
1–Rivers
1-Zamfara
1-Borno
1-Bauchi

As at 11th May 2020, there are 4641 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 902 discharged and 150 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.

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There are several working behind the scenes, across the federal and State level, whose roles are critical to the #COVID19Nigeria response.

Today we thank our colleagues - cleaners, drivers, electricians, security personnel & all the people working quietly but very hard every day of the week.

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In Taraba State, we continue to support state response to #COVID19. We‘ve supported an improved use of the Incident Management System & whole-of-society approach in the emergency operation centre (EOC).

We also supported IPC & other critical training for doctors, nurses, cleaners & other health workers.