Nigeria has capacity to contain and prevent spread of coronavirus health minister
A reassuring statement!
Yes, the Nigerian Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, has indeed stated that Nigeria has the capacity to contain and prevent the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country.
In a press briefing on February 28, 2020, the Minister emphasized that Nigeria has a robust healthcare system and a well-coordinated response plan in place to detect, contain, and prevent the spread of the virus.
Some of the measures the Minister highlighted as part of Nigeria's preparedness to contain the spread of COVID-19 include:
- Enhanced surveillance: Nigeria has strengthened its surveillance system to detect and report suspected cases of COVID-19 promptly.
- Contact tracing: The country has established a system to identify, track, and monitor contacts of confirmed cases to prevent further transmission.
- Infection prevention and control: Nigeria has implemented measures to prevent the spread of the virus in healthcare facilities, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), hand hygiene, and isolation of suspected cases.
- Vaccination: Nigeria has stockpiled vaccines and is prepared to deploy them if necessary.
- Public awareness: The government has launched a public awareness campaign to educate the public on the risks and prevention measures associated with COVID-19.
The Minister also assured that Nigeria has a robust supply chain management system in place to ensure the availability of essential medical supplies, including PPE, testing kits, and other necessary equipment.
Overall, the Nigerian government's preparedness and response plan aim to minimize the impact of COVID-19 on the country's healthcare system and economy.
Let's hope that Nigeria's efforts to contain and prevent the spread of COVID-19 are successful, and the country can continue to maintain a low incidence of cases.