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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

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The Federal Ministry of Health has confirmed a coronavirus(Covid-19) case in Lagos State Nigeria. The case which was confirmed on 27/02/2020 is the first case to be reported in Nigeria since the beginning of the outbreak in China in January 2020 @WHO @BBCWorld #CoronaVirusUpdates

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We are extremely grateful to Chief Nduka Obaigbena who generously donated the #ThisDayDome to be converted to a 320 bed isolation center. The #HMH @DrEOEhanire visited the #Dome with management of @Fmohnigeria

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President Mohammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Dr. Chikwe Andreas Ihekweazu as the Director General, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, with immediate effect. PSH A.A Abdullahi handed over his letter to him this evening. @ehsquare

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire was on @NTAnews tonight to enlighten Nigerians on the measures put in place by @NigerianGov to contain the #COVID19 pandemic.

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Many people don't believe that COVID19 exists in Nigeria. #MyCOVID19NaijaStory makes us understand how this disease has affected people across the country. Not everyone that gets infected has symptoms #Takeresponsibility & adhere to preventive measures watch & share.

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These are updated guidelines for the ease of the lockdown, which has been shared by @NigeriaGov Let us please #TakeResponsibility read the information and abide by the restrictive guidelines. Together, we will all work together to end #COVID19inNigeria

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We now have 6 functional laboratories with the capacity to test for #COVID19 , latest at the University College Hospital, Ibadan. We are working to expand testing capacity. @WHO has supported through the training of medical personnels.

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#PTFCOVID19 has updated the guideline for places of worship. Let's all adhere to these guideline to prevent further spread of #COVID19 . The elderly & those with underlying health conditions should worship at home, in order not to expose themselves to #COVID19 .

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@Fmohnigeria

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This month of August marks the six-year remembrance of late Dr. #AmeyoAdadevoh & Nurse #JustinaEjelonu , 2 brave health workers who came in contact with the #Nigeria 's #Ebola index case in 2014 while carrying out their duties.

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President Muhammadu Buhari @MBuhari will address the nation tonight at 8:00pm

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@Fmohnigeria

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The Guidelines for the 2nd phase of the eased restrictions has been updated by #PTFCOVID19 , with effect from 2nd- 29th of June. #TakeResponsibility & ensure you adhere to all the information on this guideline. Watch this video & keep others informed by sharing it.

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@Fmohnigeria

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire has been invited to participate on this webinar that will be co-hosted by the Centre for Global Development, African Union's Commissioner for Social Affairs, ED Global Fund, CEO GAVI. Please click here to register to attend

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@Fmohnigeria

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Please join #HMH @DrEOEhanire tomorrow here on Twitter live as he will be reflecting and discussing next steps of 100 days for the #COVID19 response in Nigeria. 🕓 @4 :00pm

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📢📢 #Faceshields without #facemask are not effective in #COVID19 prevention. #Faceshield is not a fashion accessory & must be combined with a mask to provide significant protection. Face shield protects only the face but #facemask curbs the spread of respiratory droplets.

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@Fmohnigeria

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Tonight the #HMH @DrEOEhanire will be live on @channelstv to give updates on the national response to #COVID19

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

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A team of medical experts from Federal Medical Centre Keffi, Nasarawa state has just recently separated conjoined twins.

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@Fmohnigeria

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Today is #WorldNoTobaccoDay & every year about 6 million people die from tobacco related disease. Children that are exposed to second hand smoking are at higher risk to develop acute respiratory problems. #TakeResponsibility & avoid the use of tobacco. #TobaccoExposed

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@Fmohnigeria

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#COVID19 spreads through tiny droplets, that comes out when we sneeze or cough. People who are 60 years + & those with underlying health conditions like hypertension, diabetes & asthma should protect themselves because, they are at a higher risk of getting infected with #COVID19

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@Fmohnigeria

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#Facemask supports other preventive measures of #COVID19 . #TakeResponsibility and learn how to use them safely along with practicing good hygiene. Learn how to handle mask properly from this video and share with your family and friends.

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@Fmohnigeria

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Thank you rapper Olamide for your response. We respect this heart for the health of the people and your fans. Responsibility! #ClearTheAir

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@Olamide

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No intentions of promoting tobacco to get people killed, I love my people, I love my country, one love , one Nigeria #ClearTheAir 🇳🇬Oya Wo !

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@Fmohnigeria

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As the number of #COVID19 cases increase in #Nigeria , citizens are advised to avoid non-essential travels & maintain social distancing #TakeResponsibility

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@Fmohnigeria

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The #CMD @NatHospital_ABJ Dr. Momoh spoke on Denial of service/ patient rejection. He advised members of the public to call the Duty Manager for emergency cases on 0806 255 6177. He further advised that patients should report to hospitals before it's too late.

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@Fmohnigeria

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Port Health Services have intensified screening at the air and land borders following the updated travel guidelines from @NigeriaGov . We urge citizens not to panic but access credible information on how to protect themselves from @Fmohnigeria @NCDCgov and @WHO

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#Nigeria just received the first batch of #COVID19Vaccines from #COVAX facility. #YesToCOVID19Vaccine

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We were glad to have recently received a donation of 100,000 face masks from @JumiaNigeria , as part of their efforts to support #COVID19 Response in Nigeria

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@Fmohnigeria

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Yesterday, we walked for #UniversalHealthCoverage with friends and partners as expression of our solidarity towards ensuring #HealthForAll Nigerians. More pictures on @facebook : Watch HMH Prof @IsaacFAdewole #UHCDay2017 speech:

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@Fmohnigeria

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#COVID19 test is #FREE for labs in @NCDCgov network of laboratories. If you have been exposed to #COVID19 , visit a sample collection centre to get tested. Access full list of sample sites via:

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@Fmohnigeria

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire in today’s press briefing stated that #Nigeria has 51 confirmed cases of #COVID19 ; 32 are in Lagos, 10 in FCT, 3 in Ogun and 1 each in Ekiti, Edo, Oyo, Bauchi, Osun and Rivers State.

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We encourage all organisations to continue to do more of virtual meetings in order to reduce the potential risk of #COVID19 infection through close contact with infected persons. #TakeResponsibility & adhere to all #COVID19 preventive measures at all times. #StaySafe

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Today is #WorldMalariaDay and #Malaria is still a public health challenge. In Nigeria, 9 people die of #malaria every hour. Let's #TakeResponsibility "Your fever could be malaria, #GetTested !" #ZeroMalariaStartsWithMe

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At the routine press briefing today on #COVID19 , #HMH @DrEOEhanire mentioned that as of today, there are 12 confirmed cases; 9 reported in Lagos State, 2 in Ogun State and 1 in Ekiti. One case has been discharged, index case is doing and the other cases are clinically stable.

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Today on #WorldHypertensionDay we encourage you to #Knowyournumbers by getting checked regularly. Most people with #HighBloodPressure don't know they have it. Protect your heart with healthier meals and an active lifestyle. Have you checked your #BloodPressure recently?

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@Fmohnigeria

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Let's be filled with Hope, Healing and Joy this Easter.

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@Fmohnigeria

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To fight #COVID19 - we need to boost our immune system. Here are some tips:

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@Fmohnigeria

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#COVID19 has NO cure yet, but can be effectively prevented if all Citizens can #TakeResponsiblity for their health & that of others & practice Good hand & Respiratory Hygiene, maintain Social Distancing of at least 2m, wear any form of Face Masks & #stayhome

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@Fmohnigeria

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Earlier today, the #HMH @DrEOEhanire with @GovernorObaseki alongside other dignitaries commissioned the Molecular Laboratory of the Edo State Specialist Hospital, Benin.

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@Fmohnigeria

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We increase our risk of #COVID19 infection whenever we don't wear #facemask to public places. Ensure you wear your #facemask properly at all times. Adhere to all non pharmaceutical measures on #COVID19 prevention. Shot📷 by Public Health Dept. Human Services Secretariat FCT.

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@Fmohnigeria

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@olamide_YBNL We are in the business of public health promotion. It is not in our mandate to ban music. We thank Olamide for his cooperation. One Nigeria!

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@Fmohnigeria

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire at the #PTFCOVID19 briefing stated that #Nigeria has 135 confirmed cases of #COVID19 ; 81 are in Lagos, 25 FCT, 8 Oyo, 5 Osun, 4 Ogun, 3 Kaduna, 2 Enugu, 2 Bauchi, 2 Edo,& 1 each in Benue, Ekiti & Rivers State. 8 people have been discharged and 2 deaths

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@Fmohnigeria

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#COVID19 & Malaria are 2 different diseases that share similar symptoms like fever, headache & fatique. It takes 2-14 days for #COVID19 symptoms to appear, while that of malaria appears within 10-15 days. Adhere to the preventive measures of these 2 diseases #TakeResponsibility

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@Fmohnigeria

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Be calm our great people. We do not use handheld scanners these days. Our Thermal Imaging Scanners are installed at our International Airports and they are all fully functional. @IsaacFAdewole had to check the one at the ABV personally yesterday. #DemocracyDay

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@Fmohnigeria

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The risk of getting infected with #COVID19 is higher when we don't wear #facemask to public places. #Wear your facemask properly at all times. Adhere to all non pharmaceutical preventive measures of #COVID19 . #StaySafe

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@Fmohnigeria

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We had a good call with rapper @olamide_YBNL who learnt that Tobacco kills 6 Million people yearly. He committed to making things right!

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@Fmohnigeria

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Today on #WorldHealthDay , we want to appreciate all our health care workers who are in the forefront of #COVID19 response in Nigeria We appreciate all our brave health workers who are performing miracles on #WorldHealthDay

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@Fmohnigeria

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The guidelines for the 2nd phase of the eased lock down has been updated by #PTFCOVID19 . Let's continue to adhere to these guidelines to curb the spread of #COVID19Nigeria . #TakeResponsibility & #StaySafe

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Earlier today, the #HMH @DrEOEhanire alongside @ProfAkinAbayomi and other dignitaries of the #PresidentialTaskForce during a tour of the #COVID19 treatment centers in @followlasg .

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire at the #PresidentialTaskForce briefing stated that #Nigeria has 111 confirmed cases of #COVID19 ; 68 in Lagos, 21 FCT, 3 Ogun, 3 Oyo, 2 Enugu, 2 Bauchi, 2 Ekiti & 1 each in Benue, Osun & Rivers. Unfortunately, another death was recorded over the weekend.

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@Fmohnigeria

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The Hon. Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire, will give latest update on #COVID19 outbreak in Nigeria at a Press conference. Date: Monday 2/03/2020 Time: 9:00am Venue: Conference Room, 6th Floor, @Fmohnigeria Fed. Min. of Health hqtrs, Abuja. All health Journalists are invited

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@Fmohnigeria

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Elderly persons are at a higher risk of #COVID19 because of the physiological changes that have occurred in their bodies due to age. Let's continue to protect ourselves & our loved ones by adhering to all non pharmaceutical measures on #COVID19 prevention. #TakeResponsibility

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@Fmohnigeria

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Za mu iya rage yada ciwon COVID19 a Nijeria ta wurin bi shawarwarin da gwamnati suka ba da kamar Wanke hannun mu kullun A saka facemask Mu yi nisa da abokanmu Mu daina shiga cikin jama'a.

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@Fmohnigeria

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire has confirmed 5 new cases of #COVID19 imported from the US & UK with one of the cases recorded via the land border. Four cases are in Lagos & one in Ekiti State. We are tracing contacts and supporting state response through @NCDCgov led National EOC.

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Elderly persons especially those who are living with health conditions such as Diabetes, Cancer & Hypertension are advised not to travel during the #COVID19 pandemic. #TakeResponsibility & adhere to all non pharmaceutical preventive measures of #COVID19 if you must travel.

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These are updated guidelines for the eased lockdown Phase 2 State governments & Security agents are to ensure enforcement with mobile courts established to prosecute offenders. Let's all #TakeResponsibility & continue to abide by them to curb the spread of #COVID19 .

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire at the #PTFCOVID19 briefing stated that #Nigeria has 174 confirmed cases of #COVID19 ; 91 are in Lagos, 35 FCT, 8 Oyo, 14 Osun, 5 Akwa Ibom, 4 Ogun, 4 Edo, 4 Kaduna, 2 Enugu, 3 Bauchi, 2 Ekiti & 1 each in Benue & Rivers State. 9 discharged & 2 deaths

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@Fmohnigeria

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As we dey prepare for the ease of the #lockdown on Monday, make we remember to #DeyResponsible to always wear #facemasks when we dey public. Abeg make we watch the video to learn how to wear #facemask well.

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@Fmohnigeria

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Stigmatization of persons who have been diagnosed with #COVID19 can discourage those who have been exposed from getting tested. Let's build a healthier society as we work to stop the stigma associated with #COVID19 . #TakeResponsibility

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Mental health is an integral aspect of health that needs to be protected during the #COVID19 pandemic: ✅Get adequate rest & sleep ✅Exercise your body ✅Eat healthy ✅Stay positive ❌Avoid alcohol & drug use. Adhere to all #COVID19 preventive measures. #TakeResponsibility

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#COVID19 testing centres have been established, in 20 LGAs across #Lagos state. If you are in #Lagos state & you have been exposed to #COVID19 , visit any of the centres close to you to get tested. Don't stigmatize against #COVID19 survivors. #TakeResponsibility

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The @NGRPresident @MBuhari while addressing the nation tonight @NTANewsNow on the efforts of the @NigeriaGov towards containing the #COVID19 pandemic, commended Nigerians for their resillience & patriotism in the collective fight against #COVID19

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As school across the country reopen here are a few steps on how children can safely use a #mask . Adhere all non pharmaceutical preventive measures of #COVID19 . Watch & share video. #TakeResponsibility & #StaySafe #BackToSchool

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@Fmohnigeria

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Our appreciation goes to our front line health workers who put their lives at risk daily & work tirelessly to contain the #COVID19 pandemic

Nigeria Health Watch

@nighealthwatch

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“I was scared. I trembled. I felt like I was staring at #COVID19 right in the face. It was at that point that I wanted to quit and go back to my normal life...” - @zenithgoodwin #MyCOVID19NaijaStory #COVID19Nigeria

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire was live on @NTANewsNow this evening where he revealed that the speed in which the number of #COVID19 cases are increasing has surprised some governors. We are working hard to meet the target of 300 bed spaces for #COVID19 patients

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire in Abuja today, briefed the press on @NigeriaGov response to #COVID19 in Nigeria. As of March 13th, Nigeria has confirmed two cases of COVID-19. One case is now negative & will be discharged from care, while the other will follow shortly @DrEOEhanire

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Join the #HMH @DrEOEhanire tonight on @AriseNews @DStvNg #416 & @GOtvNg #44 as he gives updates on #COVID19 response in Nigeria. 📺 @AriseTVNews 🕖 @9 :00pm 🔳 @

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@Fmohnigeria

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We are elated to receive 500 units of #A2Core smartphones from @Samsung_Nigeria and 6months worth of data from @MTNNG to enhance data capturing and case reporting at the isolation centers nationwide to support @NigeriaGov in the #COVID19 response.

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@Fmohnigeria

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"Na your hands e dey to stop the spread of #COVID19 "

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Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate and Minster of State, Dr. Tunji Alausa, resume office.

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@Fmohnigeria

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To ensure a safe @officialnyscng orientation course across the country prospective corp members will be tested for #COVID19 upon arrival at the camps. #TakeResponsibility & adhere to all non pharmaceutical preventive measures of #COVID19 to curb the spread of #COVID19Nigeria .

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@Fmohnigeria

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Tonight the #HMH @DrEOEhanire will be live on @channelstv to give updates on the national response to #COVID19

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@Fmohnigeria

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Please join the #HMH @DrEOEhanire , #AfricanCancerCEOs , High Level-Officials & other #Globalleaders on this webinar: “The State of Cancer Control Amidst #COVID19 ”. 🗓️ @24th Sept 2020 🕙 @12 :00pm Click here 👇 to register.

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Let's all #TakeResponsibility in the fight against #COVID19 by cooperating with government officials who may come to our neighborhood to trace the contacts of positive cases of #COVID19 . This is to enable the @NigeriaGov test & treat those who are infected

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We recently visited the 600 bed #COVID19 treatment Center at Idu, a flagship project from the FCT. The team was led by the #HMH @DrEOEhanire who was satisfied with the facility and the medical team.

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@Fmohnigeria

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As at 09:30 pm 29th March, there are 111 confirmed cases 1 death For a breakdown of cases by states in real-time, please see Currently; Lagos- 68 FCT- 21 Ogun- 3 Enugu- 2 Ekiti- 1 Oyo- 7 Edo- 2 Bauchi- 2 Osun-2 Rivers-1 Benue- 1 Kaduna- 1

NCDC

@NCDCgov

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Fourteen new cases of #COVID19 have been reported in Nigeria; 9 in Lagos and 5 in FCT As at 09:30 pm 29th March there are 111 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria with 1 death.

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We have invited Nigerians to join us today #November22 because we want to #StartTogether . The Basic Healthcare Provision Fund needs an easier name, possibly from one of our beautiful diverse local languages. We have therefore chosen to #Crowdsource #BHCPF #Name from Nigerians.

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@Fmohnigeria

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To #TakeResponsibilty means to adhere to all the public health advisories issued by @NigeriaGov to help curb the spread of #COVID19inNigeria . These includes; ✅Use of #facemask ✅Maintaining a distance of 2m from others ✅Practising good hand & respiratory hygiene at all times.

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As we begin the gradual ease of the lockdown, let's #TakeResponsibility and continue to adhere strictly to all @NigeriaGov directives and most importantly to keep our environment clean. Remember that the #COVID19 virus can survive on surfaces for a few hours - several days

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The #HMH @DrEOEhanire was live on @channelstv tonight to give updates on the efforts of @NigeriaGov in containing #COVID19 . He stated that the situation in Kano state in being mornitored very closely & communication is ongoing with the right authorities

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Tonight the #HMH @DrEOEhanire was live on @NTANewsNow to discuss the topic "Strengthening Health Systems", he stated that we are in the community transmission phase of #COVID19 & this new phase requires a totally different approach.

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An increasing number of those that are infected with #COVID19 are #Asymptomatic , meaning that they don't show symptoms. #TakeResponsibility , wear a mask & adhere to all other non- pharmaceutical interventions on #COVID19 prevention. Protect yourself & the people around you.

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The guidelines for the 3rd phase of the eased lockdown has been updated by @PTFCOVID19 . Let's continue to adhere to these guidelines to curb the spread of #COVID19Nigeria . #TakeResponsibility & #StaySafe

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We can reduce our risk of #COVID19 infection by adhering to all non pharmaceutical measures on #COVID19 prevention: ✅Wear a #mask ✅Maintain a distance of 2m from others ✅ #WashYourHands with soap & water ✅Practice good respiratory hygiene #TakeResponsibility

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Vaccines protect against lots of infectious diseases like polio, measles, hepatitis B, tetanus, whooping cough & many more #VaccinesWorksforall

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At the press briefing earlier today, @DrEOEhanire outlined @NigeriaGov efforts towards #COVID19 response including the N10 bn naira given to Lagos State & N5 bn naira special intervention fund for @NCDCgov to equip, expand & provide personnel to its facilities & labs nationwide

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Don't ignore the symptoms of COVID-19, it's not a death sentence and you should not be ashamed. Learn more from @NseIkpeEtim and remember to #TakeResponsibility because " #COVID19 no dey look face". It can happen to anyone. In partnership with @UNDPNigeria

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Na your hands e dey to prevent further spread of #COVID19

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@Fmohnigeria

4 years

The #HMH @DrEOEhanire at the #PTFCOVID19 media briefing stated that #COVID19 cases will continue to be detected & treated through enhanced surveillance systems & strengthened epidemic intelligence. To date, over 5,000 samples have been tested in Nigeria.

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

4 years

We are extremely grateful to @lionsclubs @LionsClubs404A1 and the Council of Governors headed by Alhaji Abiodun Adediji for their generous donation of a whopping sum of 3 Million Naira to support @NigeriaGov in the fight against #COVID19Nigeria

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

4 years

We recently had an inter-ministerial meeting with @FmstNg #HMST @Dr_OgbonnayaOnu alongside @NCDCgov DG @Chikwe_I , @NIPRD1 DG @DrAdigwe with other dignitaries on better collaboration towards harnessing local solutions for #COVID19

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

4 years

To reduce the risk of importation of #COVID19 , our first line of defence is the point of entry at the international airports.

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

3 years

The use of #faceshield without #facemask is not effective in #COVID19 prevention. #Faceshield when worn with #facemask provides significant protection. #Takeresponsibility & adhere to all non pharmaceutical measures on #COVID19 prevention.

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

3 years

Mental health is an integral aspect of health that needs to be protected during the #COVID19 pandemic: ✅Get adequate rest & sleep ✅Exercise your body ✅Eat healthy ✅Stay positive ❌Avoid alcohol & drug use. Adhere to all #COVID19 preventive measures. #TakeResponsibility

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

4 years

Yesterday, the #HMSH @DrAOMamora & the President, Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria @SOhuabunwa_OFR met with Traditional Medical & Herbal Practitioners, who submitted applications for #COVID19 cure through the Dept. of Traditional, Complementary & Alternative Medicine.

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

4 years

Today is #WorldSickleCellDay & we want you to know more about #SickleCellDisease . It is an inherited blood disease, that causes the red blood cells to have sickle shape thereby, disrupting the free flow of blood & oxygen in the body. #KnowYourGenotype

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Federal Ministry of Health, NIGERIA

@Fmohnigeria

8 years

#Alert Fake Malaria Drug in Circulation. Vigilance Hotlines: +234-8037881120, +234-8055056727, +234-8035902679

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