NCDC's Twitter Profile Analysis @ncdcgov on Twitter

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1598 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria; Lagos-461 FCT-206 Plateau-197 Rivers-168 Kaduna-116 Anambra-53 Ogun-49 Ebonyi-47 Edo-42 Sokoto-32 Imo-31 Katsina-31 Oyo-30 Akwa Ibom-27 Delta-16 Kano-16 Abia-15 Niger-15 Ondo-11 Bayelsa-10 Borno-9 Kebbi-8 Ekiti-7 Jigawa-1 https://t.co/KyRi1mZySD

This week, our National Reference Laboratory Academic Journal Club #NCDCAJC convened the inaugural meeting & journal presentation for the year 2021. We remain committed to strengthening staff critical assessment skills through academic learning and professional development. https://t.co/pOf47IrrHG

Proper utilisation & retention of public health workforce is critical to the nation's health security. This week, we held a meeting with relevant stakeholders & partners to commence the development of a National Public Health Workforce Strategy for #Nigeria #StrongerTogether https://t.co/fhynJFrUg1

#TakeResponsibility to limit the increase in the daily number of #COVID19 confirmed cases. Maintain a HIGHER index of suspicion & adhere to all preventive measures: ✅Always wear a face mask ✅Wash your hands regularly with soap under running water ✅Observe physical distance https://t.co/zZVMvgUDS4

1867 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria; Lagos-713 Plateau-273 FCT-199 Kaduna-117 Oyo-79 Enugu-58 Ondo-53 Kano-49 Sokoto-43 Ogun-37 Osun-37 Nasarawa-36 Rivers-28 Benue-24 Delta-24 Niger-24 Gombe-18 Edo-15 Taraba-12 Bayelsa-10 Ekiti-9 Borno-6 Zamfara-2 Jigawa-1 https://t.co/8PLcOHLcJ4

“Viruses mutate, emergence of new variant strains of #COVID19 isn’t NEWS Genomic sequencing in Nigeria, done with @acegid shows no evidence yet of variants associated with increased transmission, but we’re looking” ~ DG @Chikwe_I at @WHOAFRO briefing 🎥https://t.co/T6eKBUlO3R https://t.co/O3PoN5afhQ

An effective & sensitive surveillance system is critical for timely detection & response to disease outbreaks. This week’s epidemiological report - #NCDCWER focuses on ongoing efforts to strengthen disease surveillance in Nigeria. 🔗Read: https://t.co/N05O75ye7p https://t.co/vEjwSVJdyP

Today, we remember men and women of our Armed Forces who have laid down their lives in fighting for our country. We deeply thank our Armed Forces who have continued to deploy their resources as support for outbreak response, including #COVID19 THANK YOU from all of us @NCDCgov https://t.co/E9IxytH8WT

We are pleased to announce the inclusion of the Federal Medical Centre, Niger State to the NCDC Molecular Laboratory Network. Testing at any lab in the NCDC network is free of charge. List of labs: https://t.co/SqEowDI58H https://t.co/N23br6KVOr

People with mild symptoms of #COVID19 may look healthy & be able to carry out normal activities. To reduce the risk of #COVIDRising, ✅Wear a face mask ✅Wash your hands regularly with soap under running water ✅Practice physical distancing in public spaces #TakeResponsibility https://t.co/009xOqlosH

📢 📢 📢 📢 📢 WE ARE LIVE!!! JOIN us to learn measures put in place to ensure the prevention of the spread of #COVID19 in @officialnyscng orientation camps. Register 🔗: https://t.co/tWIf0Jyvr3 Watch live: https://t.co/v2Y3YCdCED #TakeResponsibility https://t.co/i3J3SuHHnT

📢ANNOUNCEMENT !!! In an hour, the second NYSC-NCDC webinar would be LIVE!!! How can you #TakeResponsibility to prevent the spread of #COVID19 while in @officialnyscng orientation camps? Register: https://t.co/tWIf0Jyvr3 https://t.co/ZFwwTXVoJD

1479 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria; Lagos-697 FCT-201 Nasarawa-80 Plateau-74 Rivers-72 Edo-46 Adamawa-43 Osun-39 Akwa Ibom-35 Delta-31 Anambra-27 Oyo-24 Kano-21 Abia-19 Enugu-19 Ogun-18 Sokoto-12 Bauchi-7 Taraba-7 Ekiti-4 Gombe-4 Imo-4 Bayelsa-2 Jigawa-2 Zamfara-1 https://t.co/tM1hY1OlLo

#ANNOUNCEMENT 📢 Have you tried to contact NCDC? We have activated a shortcode number-'6232', to manage public enquiries on #COVID19 & other infectious diseases Call us at no cost 📞 🔗https://t.co/3G9nhFGYaP #TakeResponsibility https://t.co/OJeBFDlL23

The weekly #COVID19Nigeria situation report has been published. Our weekly #COVID19 situation reports provide a summary of the epidemiological situation, data sheet & response activities in Nigeria. Download via: https://t.co/Xo1WG4QDYT #TakeResponsibility https://t.co/XNeKyu1mH5

Thank you @Reuters for invitation to #REUTERSNEXT As we reimagine solutions for #COVID19, we must focus on working together, supporting each other & recognising that no country is safe until every country is safe With SOLIDARITY, we’ve a better chance at fighting this pandemic https://t.co/4Y1C3hiKmE

One intervention in place to respond to epidemics is @WorldBank's Regional Disease Surveillance Systems Enhancement (REDISSE) program, a finance instrument provided to @NigeriaGov & implemented by @NCDCgov #PreventEpidemicsNaija https://t.co/BoD1WHGoPw

We have now reported over 100,000 confirmed #COVID19 cases in Nigeria This is a stark reminder of the reality we live in now - a virus that has affected over 100,000 lives and led to over 1,300 deaths within 11 months in Nigeria...with millions more globally {Thread} https://t.co/foKWhs3NDO

6. Increased testing will enable understanding of COVID-19 burden – @NCDCgov Details here: https://t.co/A7u1TmxghH #NHWTop10 https://t.co/JuX69p7UJ7

#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: https://t.co/NGxb4ElxiX https://t.co/e6InOALlIJ

Today, Lagos State #COVID19 Incident Commander & Governor @jidesanwoolu supported by the Health Commissioner @ProfAkinAbayomi & @HerbertOWigwe commissioned @ReddingtonLagos's Armoured Shield Isolation Centre at Victoria Island for #COVID19Lagos response @followlasg @Mr_JAGss @WHO https://t.co/yKiB5Y7jEy

🚫 #COVID19 is not the same as malaria. If you have symptoms such as a sudden loss of taste or smell, or fever, please call your state hotline to arrange for a COVID-19 test immediately. #HealthFactCheckNaija https://t.co/YGTn1rGsfd

Our globally acclaimed virologist, Prof. Oyewale Tomori has a message on COVID-19 vaccine for you. Listen and share with your friends and family. #COVID19Nigeria #COVID19vaccine https://t.co/FdAW5WVIE5

We recently announced the launch of the largest-ever Lassa fever programme in West Africa 🌍 Named 'Enable’, the research effort aims to increase knowledge of the disease and assess true case count of those infected across the region | 🇳🇬 @NCDCgov ⏬ https://t.co/waAKH8xpHC

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 https://t.co/NGI4CKcpH8

As we look forward to a healthier, brighter 2021, we are excited to share key information about the #COVID19Nigeria vaccine. Come with us. https://t.co/bE2TFREEPL

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 https://t.co/2kev3npc9H

Today is the first International Day of Epidemic Preparedness It is for purposes such as this, that @NCDCgov & other national public health institutes exist Lessons from the #COVID19 pandemic & other outbreaks highlight the need for better investment in #EpidemicPreparedness https://t.co/uZBAGZ7GPx

Deeply grateful to my team @NCDCgov Today, colleagues spent Christmas at the Nat. Reference Lab, on the field across states & in our EOCs. We can’t afford to pause the response It has been a long year, but the team’s dedication, is an example of what’s possible #keeppushing https://t.co/zpqEeUj6bg

@MobilePunch This is misleading On @channelstv @ARISEtv today, I said @NphcdaNG @Fmohnigeria under leadership of @PTFCOVID19 is leading Nigeria’s vaccine access efforts & has secured doses for 20% of our population through #COVAX This is a time to focus on the facts https://t.co/PdF5ahMUBx