THE Federal Government on Wednesday said it would ensure the safety and protection of every health workers from infectious diseases.
The government also called on Nigerians to prevent diseases by washing their hands with soap and water to prevent infection.
The Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, represented by the Director (Prevention and Management Department), Dr Chinwe Ochu, made this known during a campaign to mark this year’s Hand Hygiene Day in Abuja.
According to him, COVID-19 pandemic has taught the world a greater lesson on public health and safety.
He saod, “We are committed to the safety and protection of all health workers, especially those on the frontline.”


Not only should the medical staff be protected, more people should be aware of relevant protection knowledge. Medical staff are our life-saving straw, and we should take protective measures even more.