The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC will commence the implementation of 459 tests per Local Government Area across the States of the Federation.
The Presidential Task Force, PTF, on Covid-19 gave the directive in Abuja, at the National Joint Media briefing.
Chairman of the PTF and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha said the implementation was with immediate effect.
“We are aware that States are not on the same pedestal in the area of testing and we shall begin with States that are in the forefront of resourcing and infrastructure”.
The PTF Chairman also emphasised the need for all segments of the society to get involved in risk communication and community engagement.
“In our continued collaboration with the religious and traditional rulers, we align with the statements issued by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) guiding the sick and the elderly on the need to avoid large gathering by staying at home. We are optimistic that other institutions will follow suit as we progress” he said.
Emmanuel Ukoh
