Coronavirus spread – FG advices senior citizens to stay at home

The Federal government has asked Senior citizens of Nigeria and those with existing underlying medical conditions to stay at home

Health Minister, Osagie Ehanire, made the appeal earlier today at a press briefing, saying that studies have shown that elderly people are more vulnerable to the virus.

While speaking at the press briefing, Ehanire said

“It is important to note that many people who are infected with coronavirus will experience only mild symptoms and recover without incident. Of great concern are those with existing underlying medical conditions and senior citizens, who are known to be more vulnerable. We strongly advise these citizens to stay more at home. Al Nigerians are required to continue taking necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families.”  he said

The Minister said the Presidential taskforce on Coronavirus will meet later today to decide on the issue of travel restriction.

 With regard to banning flights into Nigeria or social activities and festivals, I will provide an update after the deliberations of the Inter-Ministerial meeting of the Presidential Taskforce on Coronavirus, scheduled for later today, headed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.” he said