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The official Twitter account of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) || Social Media Policy: https://t.co/atAH0s6OEF || Toll-free: 6232
Abuja, Nigeria
Joined March 2016
📣Public Health Advisory. Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that can affect all age groups. Protect yourself and your loved ones by staying informed. Learn more about symptoms, prevention, and care in our detailed Public Health Advisory advisory:
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This week, NCDC received an ambulance, medical equipment & protective gear from Living Faith Church to support #COVID19Nigeria response. We are grateful for the collective efforts of the government & community institutions to #PreventCOVID19Spread. #TakeResponsibility
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We received several messages & calls, over an Instagram video. The individual was said to be very sick & reported that NCDC did not respond. We have reached out to him and he said what he did was a SKIT. He is well. Pls respect the call and message lines. Do not spread panic
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The headline claiming that NCDC has spent N1 billion on SMS to Nigerians is FALSE. While communication through SMS is a key part of our #COVID19 response strategy, this has been largely provided as in-kind support by @AirtelNigeria @MTNNG @GloWorld . #TakeResponsibility
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108 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported;. 78 in Lagos.14 in FCT.5 in Ogun.4 in Gombe.3 Borno.2 in Akwa Ibom.1 in Kwara.1 in Plateau . As at 11:30 pm 23rd April there are 981 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. Discharged: 197.Deaths: 31. #TakeResponsibility
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Thirty-four new cases of #COVID19 have been reported as follows:. 18 Lagos.12 in Kano.2 in Katsina.1 in Delta.1 in Niger. As at 11:20 pm 15th April there are 407 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. 128 have been discharged with 12 deaths. #TakeResponsibility
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Fifty-one new cases of #COVID19 have been reported;. 32 in Lagos.6 in Kano.5 in Kwara.2 in FCT.2 in Oyo.2 in Katsina.1 in Ogun.1 in Ekiti. As at 10:10 pm 17th April there are 493 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. Discharged: 159.Deaths: 17. #TakeResponsibility
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Forty-nine new cases of #COVID19 have been reported;. 23 in Lagos.12 in FCT.10 in Kano.2 in Ogun.1 in Oyo.1 in Ekiti. As at 10:40 pm 18th April there are 542 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. Discharged: 166.Deaths: 19. #TakeResponsibility
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14 new cases of #COVID19 have been confirmed in Nigeria: 2 in FCT, 12 in Lagos. Of the 14, 6 were detected on a vessel, 3 are returning travellers into Nigeria & 1 is close contact of a confirmed case. As at 7:35 pm 26th March, there are. 65 confirmed cases .3 discharged.1 death
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Thirty-five new cases of #COVID19 have been reported as follows:. 19 in Lagos.9 in FCT.5 in Kano.2 in Oyo. As at 10:20 pm 16th April there are 442 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. 152 have been discharged with 13 deaths. #TakeResponsibility
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Today we received 4 ambulances from @AlikoDangoteFdn to support #COVID19 response activities in Lagos, led by @LSMOH . Grateful for collective efforts demonstrated by the government & private sector in response to this outbreak. #TakeResponsibility.#COVID19Nigeria
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Currently, there are five molecular laboratories in NCDC’s laboratory network with the capacity to test for #COVID19 in Nigeria. Our lab teams are working around the clock to ensure rapid testing of samples from suspected #COVID19Nigeria cases across the country.
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As we prepare to observe the holy month of Ramadan, #TakeResponsibility, adhere to all public health & social measures to mitigate the risk of spread of #COVID19. ���Wear a face mask.✅Observe physical distance.✅Wash hands frequently.✅Avoiding gatherings & crowded places. Share!
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Yesterday, we erroneously reported one new case in Ekiti. This was wrong and was caused by an error in the verification process. Therefore, as at April 18 2020, there are 541 confirmed cases, 166 discharged and 19 deaths. Ekiti state has 3 confirmed cases, NOT 4
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We’re grateful for the support from @foundation_ma in strengthening Nigeria’s response to #COVID19. The supplies received have been distributed to states accordingly, with priority given to states with the highest number of cases at the time of distribution
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Nineteen new cases of #COVID19 have been reported as follows:. 14 in Lagos.2 in FCT.1 in Kano.1 in Akwa Ibom.1 in Edo. As at 09:20 pm 14th April there are 362 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. 99 have been discharged with 11 deaths. #TakeResponsibility
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553 new cases of #COVID19;. Lagos-378.FCT-52.Delta-23.Edo-22.Rivers-14.Ogun-13.Kaduna-12.Kano-9.Borno-7.Katsina-6.Jigawa-5 .Oyo-5.Yobe-3.Plateau-3.Osun-1. 9855 cases of #COVID19Nigeria.Discharged: 2856.Deaths: 273
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#COVID19Nigeria . We’re working hard to expand our testing capacity for #COVID19. Currently, there are 6 labs in Nigeria with capacity to test for #COVID19. We aim to scale up to 13 labs in next 3 weeks. In progress- Abakaliki, Maiduguri, Kano, Sokoto, Port-Harcourt, Jos, Kaduna
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Everyday the women and men at NCDC #ChooseToChallenge the gender inequality that exists in health security. Today and every other day, we celebrate all women who are breaking boundaries and protecting the health of Nigerians. Happy #InternationalWomensDay. #IWD2021
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There are several working behind the scenes whose roles are critical to the #COVID19Nigeria response. Today we thank our colleagues- cleaners, drivers, electricians, security personnel & all the people working quietly but very hard every day of the week. #TakeResponsibility
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Actor and media presenter @DenolaGrey has joined our #TakeResponsibility campaign. Denola is showing responsibility by sharing daily verified messages on #COVID19Nigeria, to his followers and fans from across the world
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Who can get tested for #COVID19?. 1. Anyone with history of travel outside of Nigeria, who presents with fever, cough or difficulty breathing within 14 days of arrival. 2. Anyone who comes in contact with a confirmed case who presents with these symptoms within 14 days of contact
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307 new cases of #COVID19;. Lagos-188.FCT-44.Ogun-19.Kaduna-14.Oyo-12.Bayelsa-9.Gombe-5.Kano-3.Delta-3.Imo-2.Rivers-2.Niger-2.Bauchi-2.Plateau-1.Kwara-1. 10162 cases of #COVID19Nigeria.Discharged: 3007.Deaths: 287. #TakeResponsibility
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CORRECTION: . We noticed an error in our update at 8:35pm. It should be:. 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 & 2 are close contacts of confirmed cases
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389 new cases of #COVID19;. Lagos-256.Katsina-23.Edo-22.Rivers-14.Kano-13.Adamawa-11.Akwa Ibom-11.Kaduna-7.Kwara-6.Nasarawa-6.Gombe-2.Plateau-2.Abia-2.Delta-2.Benue-2.Niger-2.Kogi-2.Oyo-2.Imo-1.Borno-1.Ogun-1.Anambra-1. 8733 cases of #COVID19Nigeria.Discharged: 2501.Deaths: 254
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Eleven new cases of #COVID19 have been reported in Lagos State. As at 11:00 pm 14th April there are 373 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. 99 have been discharged with 11 deaths. #TakeResponsibility
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The Honourable Minister of Health has announced a confirmed coronavirus disease (COVID-19) case in Lagos State. The case, which was confirmed on the 27th of February 2020, is the first case to be reported in Nigeria since the beginning of the outbreak in China in January 2020
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📢#COVID19Nigeria UPDATE. As the #COVID19 situation in Nigeria evolves, NCDC & and government agencies are taking the necessary measures to protect us all. NCDC has launched a communication campaign with the THEME #TakeResponsibility . Practice! Share! #PreventCOVID19Spread!
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387 new cases of #COVID19;. Lagos-254.FCT-29.Jigawa-24.Edo-22.Oyo-15.Rivers-14.Kaduna-11.Borno-6.Kano-3.Plateau-2.Yobe-2.Gombe-2.Bauchi-2.Ondo-1. 9302 cases of #COVID19Nigeria.Discharged: 2697.Deaths: 261
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#COVID19Nigeria. Please remember that the use of chloroquine and its derivatives for the management of coronavirus disease has NOT been validated and approved. Self-medication can cause harm and lead to death. Do not misuse drugs. More details via
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