KEY POINT
- Nigeria’s government confirms that the COVID-19 XEC variant is not present in the country.
- Health officials continue monitoring the situation and enforce entry point surveillance.
- The public is urged to stay vigilant and follow health protocols
The Federal Government of Nigeria has confirmed that the COVID-19 XEC variant has not been detected in the country. In a statement released by the Ministry of Health, officials emphasized that there is no evidence of the variant circulating in Nigeria as of the latest reports.
This statement comes after global concerns over the spread of the XEC variant, which has been classified as a “variant of concern” by the World Health Organization (WHO). Health authorities in Nigeria assured the public that the situation is being closely monitored.
Government takes precautionary measures to safeguard public health
Reports by punchng.com says, although the XEC variant has not been identified in Nigeria, the government is continuing to enforce strict surveillance measures at all entry points into the country. Officials have urged citizens to remain vigilant, especially in the face of the ongoing global pandemic, and adhere to health guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19 variants.
Experts have noted that while Nigeria has not reported the XEC variant, the emergence of new strains remains a global concern. The Ministry of Health reiterated its commitment to keeping the public informed and ensuring that proper precautions are in place should the variant arrive in the country.
Health officials continue to monitor new variants globally
Nigeria’s health authorities have been monitoring the situation globally and remain in close communication with the WHO and other international health organizations. The Federal Government has also urged citizens to get vaccinated to further protect themselves and reduce the risk of severe illness from any COVID-19 variant.
The Ministry of Health’s surveillance efforts are aimed at detecting any new variants early and taking proactive steps to prevent their spread. While the XEC variant has not been detected, the public is advised to stay informed through official health updates.
