Convid 19 latest news in nigeria
Here are the latest updates on COVID-19 in Nigeria:
Latest Cases and Deaths:
- As of March 15, 2023, Nigeria has recorded a total of 264,441 confirmed cases of COVID-19.
- The number of active cases stands at 1,345.
- The death toll has risen to 3,544.
New Cases:
- In the past 24 hours, Nigeria recorded 123 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of new cases in the past week to 543.
States with New Cases:
- Lagos State recorded the highest number of new cases with 43, followed by Ogun State with 21, and Oyo State with 15.
Vaccination Update:
- Nigeria has administered a total of 12,341,419 doses of COVID-19 vaccines.
- The country has received a total of 43,444,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines from various sources, including the COVAX facility and the African Vaccine Acquisition Trust (AVAT).
Travel Restrictions:
- The Federal Government has extended the travel restrictions on non-essential trips to the United Kingdom, United States, and other countries with high COVID-19 cases until further notice.
Economic Impact:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on Nigeria's economy, with the country's GDP growth rate declining to 2.2% in 2020 from 2.7% in 2019.
Healthcare Response:
- The Nigerian Government has established a COVID-19 Response Fund to support the country's response to the pandemic.
- The fund has received donations from various organizations, including the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Public Health Measures:
- The Federal Government has continued to implement public health measures to contain the spread of COVID-19, including the enforcement of mask-wearing, social distancing, and hand hygiene.
International Cooperation:
- Nigeria has received support from international partners, including the WHO, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the European Union, to strengthen its response to the pandemic.
Please note that the information provided is subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest information on COVID-19 in Nigeria, please visit the official website of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) or other reputable sources.