Nigeria confirms second coronavirus case
A significant update!
On February 27, 2020, the Nigerian government confirmed its second case of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country. The new case was reported in Lagos State, which is the country's commercial hub and most populous city.
According to reports, the patient is a 35-year-old Nigerian citizen who had recently traveled to Italy, which has been one of the worst-affected countries by the virus. The patient was admitted to a hospital in Lagos after showing symptoms of the disease, and subsequent tests confirmed the presence of the virus.
This development comes just a week after Nigeria confirmed its first case of COVID-19, which was also reported in Lagos State. The first patient was a 44-year-old Italian citizen who had traveled to Nigeria for business.
The Nigerian government has taken several measures to contain the spread of the virus, including:
- Activating a national emergency operations center to coordinate the response to the outbreak.
- Implementing enhanced surveillance and contact tracing to identify and isolate individuals who may have been exposed to the virus.
- Closing schools and universities in Lagos State until further notice.
- Suspending all international flights to and from Nigeria for a period of four weeks.
- Implementing enhanced screening measures at airports, seaports, and land borders.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has also been working closely with the Nigerian government to support the country's response to the outbreak.
It's essential for Nigerians and international travelers to take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the virus, including frequent handwashing, wearing masks, and avoiding close contact with individuals who are sick.
I'll continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.