That the dreaded Coronavirus or COVID-19 has berthed in Nigeria is no longer news. But its presence or/and diagnosis needs not be, and it’s not a death sentence. But we must take adequate care to prevent its spread. The Lagos State Ministry of Health has, therefore, prescribed the following precautions:
- Regularly and thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water, and use alcohol-based hand sanitiser.
- Maintain at least 1 & half metres (5 feet) distance between you and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
- People coughing persistently or sneezing should stay indoors or keep a social distance, but not mix with a crowd.
- Ensure that you and people around you follow good respiratory hygiene by covering mouths and noses with a handkerchief or tissue while sneezing or coughing. You can also sneeze or cough into your sleeve at the bent elbow. Then, dispose the used tissue immediately.
- Stay indoors if you feel unwell with symptoms, such as fever, cough and difficulty in breathing.
- Please call Lagos State Emergency hotlines 08023169485 or 08033565529 or 08052817243 which are available day and night.
- Stay informed on the latest developments about COVID-19 through official channels on TV and Radio, the Social Media, including the Lagos State Ministry of Health, NCDC and Federal Ministry of Health.
Citizens must not abuse social media and indulge in spreading misinformation that causes fear and panic. The Lagos State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, will continue to provide updates and will initiate all measures required to prevent the spread of any outbreak in Lagos.