The Federal Government says the COVID variant — XEC, has not been detected in Nigeria. The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare said this in a statement by the Deputy Director, Information and Public Relations, Mr Alaba Balogun, in Abuja on Saturday. According to him, it has become imperative to correct the misinformation and fear of the public concerning the …

The World Health Organisation has recommended the use of facemasks by the public in specific situations. The WHO issued the update given the current spread of COVID-19 globally. The agency notes that masks are recommended following recent exposure to COVID-19, when someone has or suspects they have COVID-19, when someone is at high risk of severe COVID-19, and for anyone …