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  • Nigeria records 307 new cases of #COVID19

    Nigeria records 307 new cases of #COVID19

    The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), on Friday, confirmed 307 new cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country.
    With this update, the total number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the country now stands at 10162, with a discharged figure 3007 and a total death toll of 287.

    The 307 new cases were reported as follows: Lagos-188, FCT-44,  Ogun-19, Kaduna-14, Oyo-12, Bayelsa-9, Gombe-5, Kano-3, Delta-3, Imo-2, Rivers-2, Niger-2, Bauchi-2, Plateau-1, Kwara-1.

  • Recovered COVID-19 Patients In Nigeria Surpass 1,000

    Recovered COVID-19 Patients In Nigeria Surpass 1,000

    More people have continued to recover from coronavirus (COVID-19) in Nigeria as the figure of those who have been discharged exceeded the 1,000 mark on Wednesday.

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    This is according to the Nigeria Centre Disease Control (NCDC) in its latest update on the outbreak of the disease in the country.

    As of May 12, the NCDC noted that a total of 959 people who earlier tested positive for COVID-19 had recovered fully from the disease.

    On Wednesday, Nigeria’s recovery figure rose to 1070 following the discharge of a record 111 patients from various treatment centres across the country.

    Among the recoveries recorded were a 98-year-old woman and 25 other patients who were successfully treated in Lagos State.

    The state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, revealed that the woman was the oldest coronavirus patient in the state.

    He noted that the 25 others comprised 13 males and 12 females, adding that Lagos – the epicentre of the disease in Nigeria – now has a total of 528 recoveries from COVID-19.

    Despite the increasing number of recoveries, Nigeria confirmed more positive cases of COVID-19 with the number of infections at 4,971.

    In a late-night tweet, the NCDC announced that 184 new cases were reported across 21 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

    A breakdown of the figure shows that Lagos has 51 cases, Jigawa reported 23, and Bauchi and Katsina States reported 16 new infections each.

    Similarly, Kano recorded 14, FCT and Rivers – 10, Kwara – nine, Delta and Kaduna – five, Sokoto and Oyo – four, Kebbi, Nasarawa, and Osun – three, Ondo – two, and one each in Ebonyi, Edo, Enugu, Anambra, Plateau, and Niger States.

    The nation’s death toll rose from 158 to 164, with six new fatalities.

  • NCDC Officials flee Kogi State to avoid being tested for COVID-19

    NCDC Officials flee Kogi State to avoid being tested for COVID-19

    The official of the National Centre for Disease Control NCDC, Dr Andrew Noah ordered to be isolated by the Kogi State Governor Alhaji Yahaya Bello have fled the state to avoid being subjected to COVID-19 test.

    This was disclosed Thursday night by the State Commissioner for Information Kingsley Fanwo in a statement issued late Thursday night.

    Governor Bello had ordered the leader of the NCDC delegation to proceed on isolation for shaking hands with the Director of Protocol, Sunday Ayenibe after taking the microphone from him.

    The governor had also explained that Dr Andrew had contravened the rules and regulations of NCDC and so should be tested for COVID-19 since he was coming from the epicenter of the disease.

    “It was drama today at the Kogi State Government House as officials of the National Center for Disease Control sent to ascertain the COVID-19 status flee the state ” Fanwo stated.

    It would be recalled that Kogi is one of the two states that are yet to record a single COVID-19 case in the federation.

    “The Officials of the NCDC said they were sent to the State to assist the state in responding to the challenges posed by the pandemic.

    “The Officials said they were not ready to be tested for COVID-19 and went back to Abuja.

    He said that why the NCDC Officials feared being tested was a matter of concern to the Government of Kogi State.

    The Commissioner said that NCDC should come hard on its Officials for violating its rules.

    “Today, the Governor showed the statesmanship in him once again by appreciating the support of the NCDC and defending the health interests of his people.

    “NCDC quarantined the Chinese professionals that came to give them technical support and also took their samples for test. It is a normal practice and protocol set by NCDC.

    “So NCDC will have a lot to explain as to why its officials refused to test for COVID-19. How can we be sure of their status? What are their fears? Why did NCDC sent people who are afraid of test to our State? What was their intention?

    “The officials that came have done an integrity blow to the works of the NCDC. Is there something they are hiding? It is time NCDC opened up and apologize to the good people of Kogi State.

    “How will they encourage people to test when its own officials are afraid of the test? This is sad”.Fanwo noted.

  • Nigeria records 381 new COVID-19 cases, total infections now 3,526

    Nigeria has recorded 381 new cases of the coronavirus, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 3,526.

    The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control(NCDC), confirmed this in a tweet on Thursday.

    The centre said this is the highest number of cases recorded in a single day in the country.

    The NCDC also said that Nigeria recorded four deaths, bringing the total number of deaths to 107.

    The agency said that the new cases recorded were in 34 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

    NCDC said that of the new cases, 183 were in Lagos, 55 are in Kano, 44 in Jigawa while 19 each are in Zamfara and Bauchi.

    Amongst others were: 11 in Katsina, nine in Borno, eight in Kwara, seven in Kaduna, six in Gombe, five in Ogun, four in Sokoto, three in Oyo and in Rivers, two in Niger and one each in Akwa-Ibom, Enugu and Plateau states.

    According to NCDC, as at 11.20pm, May 7, 2020 Nigeria has 2818 Active Cases of COVID-19 while 601 people have been discharged.

    The centre said the continuous increase in number of infections rose due to the increased capacity for testing across the country.

    NAN reports that the agency has conducted 22,492 tests as at May 6, this represents the daily average of 321 tests.

    The cumulative per cent positive is 13.9 per cent.

    The agency conducted 68 per cent of all tests in the last 20 days and 32 per cent of all tests were conducted in the first 50 days.

    The agency also increased its testing capacity from one Labotary to 18 labs in 70 days.

    The testing method adopted by the NCDC appears to be the high tech molecular tests, which involves Polymerase Chain Reaction(PCR), to detect virus genetic material.

    This method involved significant cycle and turn around time.

    The reported cases as at May 7, represents 12 per cent of all cases recorded in 69 days in the country.

    The WHO said the pandemic has affected 213 countries around the world.

  • NCDC Records 195 New COVID-19 Cases, Total Infections Now 3145

    The Nigeria Centre For Disease Control (NCDC), has confirmed 195 new COVID-19 cases in the country, taking Nigeria’s total cases to 3145.

    Of the new cases, 82 are in Lagos, 30 are in Kano, while 19 are in Zamfara and 18 in Sokoto.

    Ten are in  are in Borno, 9 in the FCT, 8 in Oyo , 5 in both Kebbi and Gombe.

    Four cases were recorded in Ogun, 3 in Katsina, while Kaduna and Adamawa have on case each.

    534 patients have recovered so far and have been discharged, while 103 persons have died so far.

    The novel coronavirus has killed at least 260,546 people since the outbreak first emerged in China last December, according to a tally from official sources compiled by AFP at 1900 GMT on Wednesday.

    More than 3,710,240  cases were registered in 195 countries and territories. Of these, at least 1,153,300 are now considered recovered.

    The tallies, using data collected by AFP from national authorities and information from the World Health Organization (WHO), probably reflect only a fraction of the actual number of infections.

  • Nigeria Records 170 New Cases, Total Infections Now 2,558

    Nigeria Records 170 New Cases, Total Infections Now 2,558

    Nigeria has recorded 170 new cases of the novel coronavirus, bringing the country’s total infections to 2,558

    According to a tweet by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Sunday, of the new infections, 39 are in Lagos, 29 from Kano, 24 in Ogun and 18 from Bauchi.

    The FCT and Sokoto had 12 each, while Katsina has 8 cases and 7 cases were recorded in Borno.

    Three cases were recorded in Nasarawa, two in Adamawa and one in Oyo state.

    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
    Discharged: 400
    Deaths: 87

  • BREAKING: NCDC records 87 New cases

    BREAKING: NCDC records 87 New cases

    87 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported;

    33 in Lagos
    18 in Borno
    12 in Osun
    9 in Katsina
    4 in Kano
    4 in Ekiti
    3 in Edo
    3 in Bauchi
    1 in Imo

    As at 11:55 pm 25th April there are 1182 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria.

    Discharged: 222
    Deaths: 35

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  • Covid-19: Zamfara records first case

    Covid-19: Zamfara records first case

    Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State said he received a report from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control on Friday night, informing him that two residents in the state have been infected with the coronavirus disease.

    The governor advised the people of the state to take more proactive measures to prevent the spread of the pandemic.

    Matawalle said his administration has already banned all gatherings including the Ramadan night prayers, calling on the people of the state to abide by the social distancing rule.

    He stressed that the state has prepared two isolation centres and also purchased all relevant equipment for the fight against the pandemic.

    Over 25 states have been recorded cases of the novel virus across Nigeria.

    The NCDC said the country’s cases now spill over 1000 while over 30 fatalities have been recorded.

  • COVID-19: NCDC advises pregnant, breastfeeding women to take precautions

    COVID-19: NCDC advises pregnant, breastfeeding women to take precautions

    The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has advised pregnant and breastfeeding women to take routine preventative actions to avoid the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) infection.

    Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Director General of NCDC, gave the advice in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja.

    Ihekweazu said that the preventive measures were recommended in alignment with the Department of Family Health, Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH).

    He listed the measures to include diligent hand-washing, avoiding close contact with people exhibiting symptoms of infection and covering sneezes and coughs.

    He said that it was not currently known if pregnant women were more susceptible to COVID-19 than the general public nor whether they were more likely to have serious illness as a result.

    “Based on available information, pregnant women seem to be at equal risk as other adults.

    “However, it is known that the bodily changes that occur during pregnancy may put expectant women at increased risk for some infections.

    “Pregnant women have had a higher risk of severe illness when infected with viruses from the same family as COVID-19 and other viral respiratory infections such as influenza.

    “Therefore, pregnant women should take the same precautions as the general public to avoid COVID-19 infection,” he advised.

    The NCDC boss advised pregnant women to frequently clean their hands using alcohol-based hand sanitiser.

    “Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces on a daily basis. If possible, stay home for the entire duration of the pregnancy except for ante-natal care hospital visits.

    “Eat healthy and nutritious meals. Ensure adequate bed rest. If you think you may have coronavirus or have been exposed, stay at home for 14 days.

    “Do not go to the hospital but contact your doctor and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) toll free number, 0800-9700 0010 or state epidemiologist immediately.

    “You will be assessed in line with current case definition guidelines set out by the NCDC.

    “You should contact your clinic to inform them that you have symptoms suggestive of coronavirus, particularly if you have any routine appointments in the next seven days.

    “They should postpone routine antenatal visits until after the isolation period is over, and arrange the right place and time for you to come for your visits.

    “You should not attend a routine clinic. There may be a need for them to reduce the number of ante-natal visits you have,” he explained.

    He said that breastfeeding women, should, along with their families and health care providers, decide whether and how to start or continue breast-feeding.

    Ihekweazu said breast milk provided protection against many illnesses and was the best source of nutrition for infants.

    “In limited studies, COVID-19 has not been detected in breast milk; however, it is not known for sure whether mothers with COVID-19 can spread the virus via breast milk.

    “If you are suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19 infection and choose to breastfeed, maintain strict hygiene and wash your hands before each feed and wear a face mask,” he said.

    Iheakweazu said that another good option was to pump or express by hand breast milk and have someone not sick to feed the baby.

    “If they pump or hand express the milk, they should make sure they wash their hands before doing so.

    “Be aware that media speculation is rife about COVID-19 and not everything you read in the newspapers or online or hear is accurate or verified.

    “Trusted and accurate information will always be released by the Ministry of Health or Nigeria Centre for Disease Control.

    You can find the latest information and advice by contacting NCDC on: NCDC Toll-free Number: 0800-9700 0010, https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/guidelines.php, Twitter and Facebook: @NCDCgov,” he stated.

  • NCDC records 108 new COVID-19 cases, total now 981

    NCDC records 108 new COVID-19 cases, total now 981

    The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has announced 108 new confirmed cases of coronavirus in the country.

    This brings the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the country to 981, Nigerian Pilot reports.

    The NCDC made this known via its Twitter handle on Thursday.

    The centre also said that three persons died from coronavirus-related complications in the country, making the number of fatalities rise to 31.

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    It tweeted, ” On the 23rd of April 2020, 108 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were recorded in Nigeria. Till date, 981 cases have been confirmed, 197 cases have been discharged and 31 deaths have been recorded in Nigeria.

    “The 108 new cases are reported from eight states – Lagos (78), Federal Capital Territory/Abuja (14), Ogun (5), Gombe (four), Borno (three), Akwa Ibom (two), Kwara (one), Plateau (one).”

    “As of 11:30 pm on 23rd April, cases by state: Lagos -582, FCT-133, Kano-73, Ogun-29, Katsina -21, Osun -20, Oyo – 17, Edo – 17, Borno – 12, Kwara – 11, Akwa Ibom – 11, Kaduna – nine, Gombe – nine, Bauchi – eight, Delta – six, Ekiti – four, Ondo – three, Rivers – three, Jigawa – two, Enugu – two, Niger – two, Abia – two, Benue – one, Anambra – one, Sokoto – one, Adamawa – one, Plateau – one.”

    Nigerian Pilot reports that of the 31 deaths, 16 were recorded in Lagos, three in Abuja, two each in Borno and Edo, one each in Katsina, Kano, Oyo, Ogun, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Ekiti and Delta

    Also, of the 197 cases who have been discharged, 106 were in Lagos, 35 in Abuja, five in Ogun, 18 in Osun, five in Oyo, seven in Edo, two in Kwara, three in Akwa Ibom, four in Kaduna, five in Bauchi, two in Ekiti, one in Ondo, two in Enugu, and two in Rivers.

    Nigerian Pilot reports that Nigeria currently 753 active cases across 24 states and the FCT, Abuja.