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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) regularly releases updates on the COVID-19 situation in Nigeria. Here are some of the latest news and updates from the NCDC:

Latest Updates:

  1. COVID-19 Cases: As of today, Nigeria has recorded a total of 165,571 cases of COVID-19. The number of active cases stands at 12,311, while 144,141 people have recovered from the virus.
  2. Deaths: Unfortunately, 2,119 people have lost their lives to COVID-19 in Nigeria.
  3. Vaccination: The NCDC has reported that a total of 4,444,419 doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered in Nigeria as of today.
  4. States with High Cases: The top 5 states with the highest number of COVID-19 cases in Nigeria are Lagos, FCT, Oyo, Rivers, and Kaduna.

Recent Developments:

  1. New Variants: The NCDC has detected new variants of COVID-19 in Nigeria, including the Delta and Omicron variants.
  2. Travel Restrictions: The Federal Government has imposed travel restrictions on some countries due to the spread of COVID-19.
  3. Vaccination Campaigns: The NCDC has launched vaccination campaigns in various states to increase COVID-19 vaccination coverage.

Prevention Measures:

  1. Wearing Masks: The NCDC continues to emphasize the importance of wearing masks in public places to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
  2. Social Distancing: Maintaining social distancing of at least 2 meters is crucial in preventing the spread of the virus.
  3. Hand Hygiene: Frequent handwashing with soap and water or using hand sanitizer is essential in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Stay Informed:

To stay updated on the latest COVID-19 news and updates from the NCDC, you can visit their website at www.ncdc.gov.ng or follow them on social media platforms.

Remember, prevention is key! Let's all do our part to prevent the spread of COVID-19.