The Federal Government of Nigeria has confirmed that there is no evidence of the new COVID-19 variant XEC within the country.
This announcement comes amidst global concerns over the variant's heightened virulence, which has been reported in 29 countries since its initial detection in Australia.
In a statement released on Saturday, Alabi Balogun, Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Health, emphasized that Nigerians should not panic but continue to adhere to personal hygiene practices.
"The good news is that there is no evidence of COVID variant XEC in Nigeria," Balogun stated. He further advised citizens to maintain universal precautions, such as regular hand washing, to prevent infection.
To address potential health threats, the government has proactively upgraded federal tertiary hospitals by establishing molecular laboratories, isolation centers, and intensive care units equipped with ventilators.
These measures are part of a broader strategy to enhance the country's readiness for any possible outbreaks.
Balogun also highlighted the government's efforts to increase surveillance at all entry points into Nigeria, aiming to prevent the introduction of the variant. "The federal ministry of health and social welfare, through her agencies, has stepped up surveillance, including at all entry points to Nigeria," he noted.
This proactive stance is intended to correct misinformation and alleviate public anxiety regarding a possible resurgence of COVID-19 in Nigeria.
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