Second wave of COVID-19 infections likely, PTF warns Nigerians

Nigerians have been told to brace for possible second wave of Coronavirus (COVID-19) infections.

The red alert was issued on Monday in Abuja by the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 Control), which plans to unfold the next steps in the national response efforts before this week.

PTF Chairman and Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Boss Mustapha said Nigerians should continue to take responsibility as no nation has immunity against a resurgence of the virus.

He said strict adherence to COVID-19 guidelines and safety protocols remained the only protection against infection.

According to the PTF chair, the next steps in the national response efforts would be made public during the week, after the panel’s report and recommendations have been presented to President Muhammadu Buhari.

He said: “Before this week runs out, the PTF shall unveil to Nigerians the next steps regarding the remaining phase of the eased lockdown.

– The Nation