JUST IN: Nigerian Govt confirms 14 fresh cases of coronavirus, total cases now 65.
The National Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) this evening announced 14 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 taking the nation’s tally to 65.
According to a series of tweets from the verified handle of the NCDC:
“14 new cases of #COVID19 have been confirmed in Nigeria:
1 in FCT,
1 in Bauchi
12 in Lagos
Of the 14, 6 were detected on a vessel, 3 are returning travellers into Nigeria and 2 are close contacts of a confirmed cases .
As at 8:35 pm 26th March, there are 65 confirmed cases 3 discharged 1 death.
For a breakdown of cases by states in real time, please see covid19.ncdc.gov.ng
Currently;
Lagos – 44
FCT – 12
Ogun- 3
Ekiti – 1
Oyo – 1
Edo – 1
Bauchi -1
Osun -1
Rivers -1
Total: 65 confirmed cases.”
Further epidemiological information will be shared in our daily situation report, collated at midnight of each day.”
The fight against coronavirus is a joint task and we all need to play our part.
Wash your hands
Your hands should not touch your face
Social Distancing
No parties
No large gatherings
Stay at home
Eat fruits to boost your immune system
Don’t share fake news
Report to the appropriate authorities if you notice any symptom or you have a case to report. See numbers for different states to callhere.
