The Albino Foundation Public Notice
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the health of all Nigerians amid reports of increased cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China and other regions.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Director General of NCDC, Jide Idris, said the agency is taking proactive measures to ensure the public is informed and prepared for any potential impact of HMPV.
Mr Idris said the NCDC is collaborating with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (FMoH) to monitor the situation closely.
“Our commitment to safeguarding the health of all Nigerians remains unwavering,” he said.
“We are taking proactive measures to ensure that the public is informed and prepared for any potential impact of HMPV.”
Although no cases of HMPV have been reported in Nigeria, the Director General said the agency has ramped up surveillance efforts nationwide.
