Coronavirus

The total tally of infected people in the country rose to 26,484 from 25, 694 reported on Tuesday evening.

Nigeria shut its airports to non-essential flights in March, to check the spread of COVID-19.

He said even though the state still conducts large testing, positive cases are still low.

A comparison of vital data with six other sub-Saharan African countries revealed Nigeria's coronavirus situation is bleaker than it seems.

The important preventive measure during exercise is to maintain a physical distance of at least one metre from others, the...

The WHO chief noted that "we're all in this for the long haul."

"Our people are beginning to be too casual about the spread of the virus."

Over 500 new cases were reported on Tuesday.

Nigerians have expressed concerns over Mr Akeredolu's failure to observe health safety protocols as advised by the Nigeria Centre for...

The official said the association has put in place measures to make sure casts and crews adhere strictly to the...

Peace Mass Transit says its buses on interstate operations will load only 50 percent capacity, without extra charges to commuters.

Mr Akeredolu has tested positive for the dreaded virus.

The IMF urges the Nigerian government to implement policies that will support businesses.

Gombe has 134 active cases who are currently on admission at various isolation centres across the state.

On Tuesday, the total number of infections crossed 560,000, adding some 20,000 cases every day, with nearly 17,000 deaths linked...

The action is aimed at ramping up the state's testing capacity.

The official said the number of COVID-19 cases successfully managed and discharged in Oyo State has risen to 688.

Eight deaths were recorded from the virus on Monday.

Nigeria imposed its first round of lockdown in late March.

The PTF members briefed the president on the current status of the virus and the efforts to contain its spread.

Boss Mustapha is expected, later today, to brief the press on the possible review of the existing ease of lockdown...

The figures show that South Africa, Nigeria and Ghana, have the highest reported cases in the continent.

Lagos State recorded 118 new cases of infection on Sunday, increasing the total confirmed cases to 10,144, with 8426 active...

With the new centre, the bed-capacity in Lagos state is now 797, an increase from 647.

With a population of over 20 million, the economic and social structures of Lagos make it difficult to practice social...