What's the government response timeline for Nigeria?

On 22 Jan, Nigerian Center for Disease Control issues extensive Public Health Advisory on Sars-CoV2, urging caution over covid-19 and providing basic information of the disease, its symptoms and prevention measures. https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/213/public-health-advisory-to-nigerians-on-novel-coronavirus Subsequently, the Nigerian CDC issues FAQ on Coronavirus, on 30 Jan. https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/217/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-novel-coronavirus

From 31 Jan, with the CDC issuing second Public Health Advisory, it started taking shape of a coordinated information campaign. Here, guidelines for healthcare workers were provided and a toll free number was provided along with general awareness info for the public. https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/219/31st-january-2020%257C-public-health-advisory-to-nigerians-on-novel-coronavirus-%2528%25232%2529 Subsequently, NCDC also launched a WhatsApp APL, a free to use service to provide a central source of accurate, verified and current information on COVID-19 in Nigeria.; https://statehouse.gov.ng/news/covid-19-what-president-buhari-has-done-and-is-doingby-presidency/ (not archivable)

Nigerian CDC defines cases for surveillance and testing: Any person with acute respiratory illness, (including severely ill patients who have been hospitalised) presenting with fever, cough, difficulty breathing AND who within 14 days before onset of illness has any one of the following exposures 1. History of travel to China 14 days prior to symptoms onset OR 2. Close contact with a confirmed case of nCoV infection OR 3. Exposure to healthcare facility in a country where hospital associated nCoV infections have been reported https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/220/surveillance-case-definitions-for-new-coronavirus-disease--%2528version-1%2529

Nigerian CDC updates testing protocol: Any person (including severely ill patients) presenting with fever, cough or difficulty in breathing AND who within 14 days before the onset of illness had any of the following exposures: 1. History of travel to any country* with confirmed and ongoing community transmission of SARS-CoV-2 OR 2. Close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 OR 3. Exposure to a healthcare facility where COVID-19 case(s) have been reported https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/168_1582983645.pdf

Nigeria records first case of COVID 19: NCDC digital tool for surveillance, SORMAS, is being used to manage contact tracing and related activities to quickly control the spread of the disease. Contact tracing is ongoing to identify everyone who has come in contact with the confirmed case. https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/item/232/?t=frequently-asked-questions-on-coronavirus---29%252F02%252F20 https://ncdc.gov.ng/reports/246/2020-february-week-7

The other development is that contact tracing and monitoring in respect of the coronavirus index case presently receiving treatment in Lagos, has been diligently and conscientiously pursued since 27 February when the case was first diagnosed. A total of 217 contacts were linked to the index case. Of the 217, 45 traveled out of Nigeria and 172 are presently in Nigeria. Of the 172 contacts currently in Nigeria, 69 are in Lagos, 40 in Ogun and 52 in other States, with 11 in unknown locations. https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/238/update-on-covid-19-in-nigeria

Case Management Guide includes "Prepare relevant transfer documents e.g. referral notes, contact tracing forms etc." in standard operating procedure for suspected cases; http://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/guideline/National%20COVID19%20Case%20Management%20Guide_NCDC.pdf (not archivable)

Nigerian CDC updates testing policy: Any person (including severely ill patients) presenting with fever, cough or difficulty in breathing AND who within 14 days before the onset of illness had any of the following exposures: 1. History of travel to and more than 24 hours transit through any high-risk country with widespread community transmission* of SARS-CoV-2 OR 2. Close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 OR 3. Exposure to a healthcare facility where COVID-19 case(s) have been reported; https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/182_1584365888.pdf

Contact tracing has started to identify all persons who the third COVID case had contact with; https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/242/17th-march-2020--third-case-of-coronavirus-disease-%2528covid-19%2529-confirmed-in-nigeria

Ogun State Government announced an immediate closure of all establishments bringing together more than 50 people at a time, such as social clubs, halls, cinemas, night clubs, restaurants, cafes, and sports arenas. Since this is not a general shutdown of business, it is only rated as a 1. Since it only applies to Ogun state, this is rated as targeted. Hence, 1T. https://punchng.com/coronavirus-ogun-bans-clubs-restaurants-others/

Major national sporting events have been suspended and the government has advised against public gatherings as a precaution. Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/324406/nigeria-new-entry-restrictions-to-come-into-effect-march-20-update-1

From 18 March, different states started imposing different restrictions on private gatherings. On 18 March: 'The Ogun State Government has banned social clubs, halls, cinemas, night clubs, restaurants, cafes, and sports arenas described as high-density gatherings of people.' https://punchng.com/coronavirus-ogun-bans-clubs-restaurants-others/ Lagos state government bans all religious gatherings of more than 50 people. https://punchng.com/breaking-lagos-bans-religious-gathering-with-over-50-worshippers/ On 20 March, Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi barred social, political, religious and family gatherings of more than 20 persons as part of efforts to check the spread of coronavirus.' https://punchng.com/breaking-coronavirus-work-from-home-fayemi-tells-ekiti-civil-servants/ On 26 March, Governor of Bayelsa announced the prohibition of all gatherings above 50 persons, including in worship centres and clubs in the state from March 23.' https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/03/covid-19-bayelsa-govt-shuts-schools-restricts-gathering-in-worship-centres-clubs/ On 24 March, 'The Enugu State Government banned all forms of social and political gatherings.' https://thenationonlineng.net/enugu-locks-down-bans-all-social-activities/

Nigerian CDC updates testing guidelines: Any person (including severely ill patients) presenting with fever, cough or difficulty in breathing AND who within 14 days before the onset of illness had any of the following exposures: 1. History of travel to and more than 24 hours transit through any high-risk country* with widespread community transmission of SARS-CoV-2 OR 2. Close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 OR 3. Exposure to a healthcare facility where COVID-19 case(s) have been reported; https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/186_1584531606.pdf

A detailed travel history of each person is being compiled and contacts currently being traced, to identify persons who have recently been in contact with anyone. https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/243/five-new-cases-of-coronavirus-disease-%2528covid-19%2529-confirmed-in-nigeria

Anambra State government has directed all tertiary institutions operating in the state to proceed on vacation from Friday, March 20, 2020, till further notice. https://guardian.ng/news/enugu-anambra-direct-closure-of-schools/

From 20 March, different states started to ban different types of public gathering along with all sporting events already cancelled by the federal government. In Lagos state, authorities issued a ban on all religious gatherings of more than 50 people until further notice. In Ogun state, authorities closed all schools, along with crowded public worship centers, until further notice. Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/324406/nigeria-new-entry-restrictions-to-come-into-effect-march-20-update-1

Federal government shuts down all universities nationwide starting on 23/03/2020. https://www.nuc.edu.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVID-Circuler0001.pdf Further, the government suspended all public schools of all levels from 26 March. http://education.gov.ng/covid-19-fg-orders-closure-of-unity-schools/

Ekiti State Governor directed that “all non-essential workers in private and public sectors are encouraged to work from home from Monday, March 23”. https://punchng.com/breaking-coronavirus-work-from-home-fayemi-tells-ekiti-civil-servants/

Ekiti State Governor asked that all non-essential workers in private and public sectors are encouraged to stay home from Monday, March 23. https://punchng.com/breaking-coronavirus-work-from-home-fayemi-tells-ekiti-civil-servants/

Following the announcement of 10 new cases of COVID-19, Nigeria announced the closure of all the country’s airports to all international flights as part of the measures to curb spread of the disease, starting on 23 March. Nigeria closed its land borders on Monday to curb the spread of coronavirus as Africa’s most populous country recorded its first death from the pandemic. Boss Mustapha, secretary to the government, said the closure would last for four weeks. https://twitter.com/NigeriaGov/status/1241392343955255297; https://af.reuters.com/article/nigeriaNews/idAFL8N2BG8SY

The Nigerian Government Monday asked all its non-essential workers on Grade Level 12 and below to work from home until further notice as authorities fight to curtail the spread of coronavirus in the country. As a further step to check the spread of COVID-19, all non-essential public servants on grade level 12 and below are to stay and work from home with effect from Tuesday, March 24 until further notice,” Folasade Yemi-Esan, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, said in a statement.“All other categories of officers, who will be at work, are strongly advised to follow the measures being put in place by the government to curtail the spread of the pandemic, “ she said. Since this applies only to federal workplaces, I rate it as 1T. A shutdown of offices or businesses has not been ordered or recommended. https://guardian.ng/news/federal-civil-servant-to-work-from-home-as-nigeria-battles-coronavirus/

The Federal Capital Territory Administration has ordered workers at Grade level 1 to 12 to stay at home as part of measures to curb the spread of coronavirus.It also ordered the immediate closure of shops in the markets and neighbourhood centres, except those selling food items and other essential commodities. Because this shutdown does not include offices, and only includes retail locations in the FCTA, this continues to be coded as 1T; https://guardian.ng/news/federal-civil-servant-to-work-from-home-as-nigeria-battles-coronavirus/

Federal government orders closure of all schools https://businessday.ng/coronavirus/article/fg-orders-closure-of-all-schools-in-nigeria-as-coronavirus-spreads/

A circular was issued by the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF) directing public servants on Grade Levels 12 and below on non-essential roles to work from home.; https://statehouse.gov.ng/news/covid-19-what-president-buhari-has-done-and-is-doingby-presidency/ (not archivable)

'The Imo state governor, Hope Uzodinma, has finally banned all weddings, burial ceremonies as well as open religious activities, to avoid the spread of the deadly covid-19 virus in the state till further notice.' https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/03/breaking-covid-19-no-more-weddings-burial-in-imo-uzodinma-talks-tough/

The President announced a lockdown in the cities of Lagos and Abuja on 29 March. The regulations state "all businesses and offices should be fully closed during this period"; https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/COVID-19_REGULATIONS_2020_20200330214102.pdf Many other states like Plateau, Yobe, Jigawa and Bauchi imposed lockdowns subsequently. On April 13, the President extended ongoing lockdowns in the first set of states till 27 April Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/327406/nigeria-government-locks-down-major-cities-due-to-covid-19-from-march-30-update-4 Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/332016/nigeria-lagos-abuja-and-ogun-state-lockdowns-extended-for-14-days-april-13-update-8

On March 29, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari announced a lockdown on Abuja, Lagos, Ogun State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Many other states like Plateau, Yobe, Jigawa and Bauchi imposed lockdowns subsequently. On April 13, the President extended ongoing lockdowns in the first set of states till 27 April. All public events and social gathering have been banned during the lockdown although essential food market were running. Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/327406/nigeria-government-locks-down-major-cities-due-to-covid-19-from-march-30-update-4 Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/332016/nigeria-lagos-abuja-and-ogun-state-lockdowns-extended-for-14-days-april-13-update-8 On 13 April, Kano state banned all markets all public gatherings. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-nigeria-kano/nigerias-northern-economic-hub-kano-imposes-week-long-lockdown-over-coronavirus-idUSKCN21W34R

On March 29, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari announced a lockdown on Abuja, Lagos, Ogun State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Many other states like Plateau, Yobe, Jigawa and Bauchi imposed lockdowns subsequently. On April 13, the President extended ongoing lockdowns in the first set of states till 27 April. All public events and social gathering have been banned during the lockdown although essential food markets were running. Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/327406/nigeria-government-locks-down-major-cities-due-to-covid-19-from-march-30-update-4 Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/332016/nigeria-lagos-abuja-and-ogun-state-lockdowns-extended-for-14-days-april-13-update-8 On 13 April, Kano state banned all markets all public gatherings. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-nigeria-kano/nigerias-northern-economic-hub-kano-imposes-week-long-lockdown-over-coronavirus-idUSKCN21W34R

On March 29, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari announced a lockdown on Abuja, Lagos, Ogun State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The regulations include a complete shutdown of travel to and from the lockdown areas as well as within lockdown areas; https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/COVID-19_REGULATIONS_2020_20200330214102.pdf Many other states like Plateau, Yobe, Jigawa and Bauchi imposed lockdowns subsequently. On April 13, the President extended ongoing lockdowns in the first set of states till 27 April Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/327406/nigeria-government-locks-down-major-cities-due-to-covid-19-from-march-30-update-4 Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/332016/nigeria-lagos-abuja-and-ogun-state-lockdowns-extended-for-14-days-april-13-update-8

On March 29, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari announced a lockdown on Abuja, Lagos, Ogun State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). All the citizens are ordered to stay home except for essential trips to buy food. Many other states like Plateau, Yobe, Jigawa and Bauchi imposed lockdowns subsequently. On April 13, the President extended ongoing lockdowns in the first set of states till 27 April Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/327406/nigeria-government-locks-down-major-cities-due-to-covid-19-from-march-30-update-4 Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/332016/nigeria-lagos-abuja-and-ogun-state-lockdowns-extended-for-14-days-april-13-update-8

On March 29, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari announced a lockdown on Abuja, Lagos, Ogun State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). No citizen is allowed to leave their home province during lockdown. Many other states like Plateau, Yobe, Jigawa and Bauchi imposed lockdowns subsequently. On April 13, the President extended ongoing lockdowns in the first set of states till 27 April Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/327406/nigeria-government-locks-down-major-cities-due-to-covid-19-from-march-30-update-4 Source: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/332016/nigeria-lagos-abuja-and-ogun-state-lockdowns-extended-for-14-days-april-13-update-8

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) is also working closely with the state governments of all affected states to carry out contact tracing.; https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory.php

Measures have been put in place to ensure all confirmed cases are isolated and receive treatment, while intense contact tracing is conducted.; https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/faq.php

On April 23, the governors of all of Nigeria's states announced a ban on interstate movement through Thursday, May 7. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/335676/nigeria-state-governors-ban-interstate-travel-through-may-7-update-15

On April 23, the governors of all of Nigeria's states announced a ban on interstate movement through Thursday, May 7. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/335676/nigeria-state-governors-ban-interstate-travel-through-may-7-update-15

All schools to remain closed till further evaluation. Schools are encouraged to continue with e-learning http://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/IMPLEMENTATION-GUIDELINES-FOR-EASING-LOCKDOWN-Phase-1-May-4-to-May-17-2020.pdf

President Buhari announced new nationwide measures which became effective on May 4, 2020. "Selected businesses and offices can open from 9am to 6pm" https://businessday.ng/lead-story/article/lockdown-full-speech-by-president-muhammadu-buhari/

Clubs, Bars, Beer Parlors, Gardens etc remain closed The use of recreational parks, communal sports, concerts, social parties, movie theatres are suspended until further notice https://businessday.ng/coronavirus/article/fg-releases-guidelines-for-containment-of-covid-19-ease-of-lockdown-in-lagos-ogun-and-fct/

Mass gathering of more than 20 people outside of a workplace is prohibited; Anyone attending a gathering of more than 20 people will be prosecuted. http://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/IMPLEMENTATION-GUIDELINES-FOR-EASING-LOCKDOWN-Phase-1-May-4-to-May-17-2020.pdf

Intra-state travel (public transport- buses, tricycles, taxis) (Within State borders): i. Ensure provision of hand sanitizers to all passengers ii. Reduce occupancy to half for buses (maximum 50% of usual occupancy) iii. Mandatory Use of face mask/coverings iv. Mandatory temperature checks v. Taxis to carry only 4 persons (driver and 3 persons) vi. Tricycles to carry only 3 persons (driver and 2 persons) vii. Daily motor park sanitation viii. Travel should be between 6.00am and 6.00pm All inter-state travel for supply chain & services allowed, such as: goods, agro-products with a limited capacity of accompanying personnel, petroleum products, relief items, supplies, construction supplies, registered courier services (DHL, FedEx, etc) and security services https://businessday.ng/coronavirus/article/fg-releases-guidelines-for-containment-of-covid-19-ease-of-lockdown-in-lagos-ogun-and-fct/

Curfew: Imposition of overnight curfew nationwide from 8pm to 6am. General movement: May go out for work, to buy necessary foods and for exercise; Persons above age of 65 years and those with underlying chronic illness e.g. diabetes, high blood pressure are advised to remain at home http://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/IMPLEMENTATION-GUIDELINES-FOR-EASING-LOCKDOWN-Phase-1-May-4-to-May-17-2020.pdf

Ban on non-essential inter-state passenger travels until further notice. https://businessday.ng/lead-story/article/lockdown-full-speech-by-president-muhammadu-buhari/

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/nigeria/coronavirus UK travel advice: Nigeria All airports in Nigeria are closed to all international commercial flights until at least 4 June.

Effective from Monday May 18, the guidelines for the easing of the lockdown remain essentially the same. All schools to remain closed till further evaluation https:/twitter.com/DigiCommsNG/status/1263502809409957896

The measures, exemptions, advisories and scope of entities allowed to reopen under phase one of the eased locked down, shall be maintained across the federation for another two weeks effective from 12.00 midnight today (18th May, 2020 to 1st June, 2020) https://twitter.com/DigiCommsNG/status/1262402824983457792

The measures, exemptions, advisories and scope of entities allowed to reopen under phase one of the eased locked down, shall be maintained across the federation for another two weeks effective from 12.00 midnight 18th May, 2020 to 1st June, 2020 https://twitter.com/DigiCommsNG/status/1262402824983457792

The measures, exemptions, advisories and scope of entities allowed to reopen under phase one of the eased locked down, shall be maintained across the federation for another two weeks effective from 12.00 midnight 18th May, 2020 to 1st June, 2020 https://twitter.com/DigiCommsNG/status/1262402824983457792

The measures, exemptions, advisories and scope of entities allowed to reopen under phase one of the eased locked down, shall be maintained across the federation for another two weeks effective from 12.00 midnight 18th May, 2020 to 1st June, 2020 https://twitter.com/DigiCommsNG/status/1262402824983457792

The measures, exemptions, advisories and scope of entities allowed to reopen under phase one of the eased locked down, shall be maintained across the federation for another two weeks effective from 12.00 midnight 18th May, 2020 to 1st June, 2020 https://twitter.com/DigiCommsNG/status/1262402824983457792

The measures, exemptions, advisories and scope of entities allowed to reopen under phase one of the eased locked down, shall be maintained across the federation for another two weeks effective from 12.00 midnight 18th May, 2020 to 1st June, 2020 https://twitter.com/DigiCommsNG/status/1262402824983457792

According to the Health minister, many people with symptoms cannot still be tested because of lack of capacity. http://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/2020/06/02/national-briefing-june-2-2020-remarks-by-sgf-chairman-of-ptf/

No governmental contact tracing app still available (although National Petroleum Company has developed one which can be used in all its locations). Presidential Task Force stresses importance of current efforts in contact tracing, but worries about its effectiveness: Wayback machine was down. Link needs to be archived: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/06/ptf-decries-refusal-by-citizens-to-help-with-contact-tracing-isolation/

Phase 2 starts on 2 June, however all schools remain closed: https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-52881821

Phase 2 starts on 2 June: Businesses in Financial sector, and private offices can reopen https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-52881821

Phase 2 starts on 2 June, however no signs of allowing public events: https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-52881821

Phase 2 starts on 2 June: gathering of up to 20 people are allowed https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-52881821

Phase 2 starts on 2 June: New curfew is from 10 pm to 4 am; previous one was from 8 pm to 6 am https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-52881821

Inter-state travel ban still in place in phase 2: https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-52881821

Phase 2 starts on 2 June, however international flight are set to restart on 21 June https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/tori-52881821

Still current https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

Still current - "Work at home is also encouraged in several states and government institutions"; "closure of international airports, public and private schools, universities, stores and markets" https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

Still current https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

"some states have lifted partial lockdown on May 21 and allows religious congregation" https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

Still current

Still current https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

"Ease of lockdown continued with extended curfew from 10pm to 4am every day in Abuja, Lagos, and Ogun state; lockdown in Kano state was extended for another two weeks; some states have lifted partial lockdown on May 21" https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

Still current https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19 https://allafrica.com/stories/202007010589.html

With the ban on interstate travel lifted on July 1st, "the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Road Transport Unions have adopted resolutions towards enforcing COVID-19 protocol in the post interstate transportation restriction." Operations are being resumed. https://allafrica.com/stories/202007070152.html https://thenationonlineng.net/transport-owners-resume-operation-vow-to-penalize-defaulters-of-covid-19-protocols/

Interstate travel ban is lifted (provided outside of curfew hours), lockdown is lifted in Kano. https://www.channelstv.com/2020/06/29/nigeria-lifts-ban-on-interstate-travel/ https://www.macaubusiness.com/nigerias-kano-lifts-virus-lockdown/

The Nigerian government has reversed their decision to allow students in graduating classes to resume in-person in preparation for examinations. All schools remain closed. https://africa.cgtn.com/2020/07/09/nigeria-reverses-decision-to-reopen-schools/

No policy changes found.

No policy changes found.

Lockdown lifted in Kano. https://www.macaubusiness.com/nigerias-kano-lifts-virus-lockdown/

Lockdown lifted in Kano. https://www.macaubusiness.com/nigerias-kano-lifts-virus-lockdown/

Quotes from recent Government announcement: "iv. States must also take greater care in leading on public health measures in the LGAs under their jurisdiction, by working on surveillance, case finding, testing, isolation, tracing and quarantining contacts; Substantial progress has been made in the following areas: ii. Increased capacity to detect, test and trace those infected with the virus, through the activation of 38 molecular testing laboratories, resulting in raising the test count nationwide in excess of 130,000;" https://www.channelstv.com/2020/06/29/nigeria-lifts-ban-on-interstate-travel/

Quotes from recent Government announcement: "iv. States must also take greater care in leading on public health measures in the LGAs under their jurisdiction, by working on surveillance, case finding, testing, isolation, tracing and quarantining contacts; Substantial progress has been made in the following areas: ii. Increased capacity to detect, test and trace those infected with the virus, through the activation of 38 molecular testing laboratories, resulting in raising the test count nationwide in excess of 130,000;" https://www.channelstv.com/2020/06/29/nigeria-lifts-ban-on-interstate-travel/

Borders still closed, domestic flights resumed. https://www.voanews.com/covid-19-pandemic/nigeria-resumes-domestic-flights-amid-pandemic

No change in policy found.

No change to policy.

The Governor of Lagos state, One of the states that did not ease lockdown to permit religious gatherings, on 16 June 2020 announced that it has postponed till further notice the initial plans to allow religious gatherings, citing continuous increase of COVID-19 cases in the state. https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-health-coronavirus-nigeria-religion/nigerias-lagos-state-suspends-plans-to-reopen-places-of-worship-idUKKBN23N2X7

Although not yet actioned, on 27 July, 2020, it was announced that secondary schools countrywide will be reopened on August 4th for exit classes only so that students can prepare for the West African Examinations (WAEC). See the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control, archived: https://ncdc.gov.ng/reports/268/2020-july-week-28 See the tweet from the Federal Ministry of Education, archived: https://twitter.com/NigEducation/status/1287744642470076417/photo/1

On July 27, 2020, the Federal Government announced that it would be extending its second phase of easing of the COVID-19 lockdown measures by one week through to Thursday, August 6. The announcement comes as a precaution ahead of the upcoming Eid al-Adha celebrations which often involve gatherings of people. The Government emphasise the need for the public to continue to practice and adhere to precautionary measures and restrictions in place amid the ongoing pandemic. The existing measures and restrictions will remain in place, including the nightly curfew between 22:00-04:00 (local time). Inter-state travel is permitted outside of the curfew hours. See the update at Garda World, archived: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/364376/nigeria-authorities-extend-existing-lockdown-measures-nationwide-through-august-6-update-34

On July 27, 2020, the Federal Government announced that it would be extending its second phase of easing of the COVID-19 lockdown measures by one week through to Thursday, August 6. The announcement comes as a precaution ahead of the upcoming Eid al-Adha celebrations which often involve gatherings of people. The Government emphasise the need for the public to continue to practice and adhere to precautionary measures and restrictions in place amid the ongoing pandemic. The existing measures and restrictions will remain in place, including the nightly curfew between 22:00-04:00 (local time). Inter-state travel is permitted outside of the curfew hours. See the update at Garda World, archived: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/364376/nigeria-authorities-extend-existing-lockdown-measures-nationwide-through-august-6-update-34

On 29 July the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 announced the extension of Phase Two of the eased lockdown, therefore the prohibition of gatherings of more than 20 people outside of a workplace remain in place. Source: The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control website https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

As of July, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) defined 13 categories of cases which should be prioritized for testing. People who are not in one of these categories are considered low-risk and should therefore remain in self-isolation for 14 days, and inform the State Response Team if they develop any symptoms prior to testing. Source: NCDC "Strategies to Improve Surveillance for COVID-19: Guidance for States", pp. 2-4 https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/SurveillanceStrategies.pdf

As of July, the Nigeria Center for Disease Control's strategy on contact tracing was the following: • Identify and notify suspected cases of their status • Interview suspected case, line list all their contacts and categorise based on risk • Once a case is confirmed, locate, and notify contacts of their potential exposure, offer testing to all close contacts, provide instructions on self-isolation or institutional isolation in community Source: NCDC "Strategies to Improve Surveillance for COVID-19: Guidance for States", pp. 11-12 https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/SurveillanceStrategies.pdf

As decided by the Federal Ministry of Education, secondary schools are to reopen as from 4 August for exit (graduating) classes only, i.e. the final years of Junior Secondary Schools (JSS3) and of Senior Secondary Schools (SS3), to allow students to resume and partake in exams. Returning students are to undergo temperature checks among other protocols before being admitted into their schools. . Primary schools and universities remain closed. Sources: https://education.gov.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/UNITY-COLLEGE-READY-TO-REOPEN.pdf http:/statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMPLEMENTATION-GUIDELINES-FOR-EASED-LOCKDOWN-06-August-2020.pdf (page 7)

On August 6, the President approved the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19's decision to extend for 4 more weeks the measures put in place for Phase Two of the eased lockdown (6 August - 5 September), while addressing some specific aspects through adjustment. -New measures: Federal and State government offices are to operate normal working hours, but only essential staff from Grade Level 12 and above can resume work, others are to keep working from home. -Extended measures : Offices from both public and private sector are to maintain normal working hours while limiting occupants of said offices to 75% capacity or less and maintaining 2 meters physical distancing. Bars, gyms, cinemas, clubs and event centers remain closed. Sources: Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 website, "UPDATED IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION OF LOCKDOWN", pages 2 and 5 , non-archivable http://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMPLEMENTATION-GUIDELINES-FOR-EASED-LOCKDOWN-06-August-2020.pdf Infographics on Updated Guidelines for Extension of Phase 2 of Eased Lockdown, starting August 6 2020 https://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/infographics/

On August 6, the President approved the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19's decision to extend for 4 more weeks (6 August - 5 September) the measures put in place for Phase Two of the eased lockdown, while addressing some specific aspects through adjustments. 1-New measures: a) Restricted opening of places of worship subject to the following protocol. - Observe physical distancing; - Ensure supply of running water and soap/alcohol sanitizer; - Temperature checks at all entrances; - Use of face masks at all times; - Maintenance of environmental hygiene b) Restriction is removed on outdoor communal (non-contact) sports and use of recreational parks for supervised physical exercise. This includes lawn tennis, table-tennis, squash, badminton, cycling, athletics, golf, polo, para-athletics, cricket, etc. 2-Extended measures: No gathering of more than 20 people outside of a workplace. Sources: Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 website, "UPDATED IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION OF LOCKDOWN", pages 2 and 8, non-archivable http://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMPLEMENTATION-GUIDELINES-FOR-EASED-LOCKDOWN-06-August-2020.pdf Infographics on Updated Guidelines for Extension of Phase 2 of Eased Lockdown, starting August 6 2020 https://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/infographics/

On August 6, the President approved the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19's decision to extend for 4 more weeks (6 August - 5 September) the measures put in place for Phase Two of the eased lockdown, while addressing some specific aspects through adjustments. The Presidency has asked the aviation industry to commence the process for opening international airports. However according to the US Embassy, as of 10 August, routine commercial international flights into and out of Nigeria continue to be suspended. Sources: Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 website, "UPDATED IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION OF LOCKDOWN", pages 2 and 3, non-archivable http://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMPLEMENTATION-GUIDELINES-FOR-EASED-LOCKDOWN-06-August-2020.pdf Infographics on Updated Guidelines for Extension of Phase 2 of Eased Lockdown, starting August 6 2020 https://statehouse.gov.ng/covid19/infographics/ US Embassy in Nigeria website https://ng.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/covid-19-information/

"...the granting of permissions to exit classes to resume ahead of examinations." Source: https://www.channelstv.com/2020/08/06/breaking-buhari-approves-extension-of-eased-covid-19-lockdown-by-four-weeks/ "The safe reopening of schools only for students in graduating classes (Primary 6, JS3 & SS3) to enable preparation for examinations" Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

"...Federal and State government offices to operate normal working hours, but only essential staff from GL.12 and above can resume work Limit government meetings to virtual as much as possible while maintaining restrictions on physical meetings including official trips, oversight visits and board meetings until further notice... ADVICE FOR BUSINESSES The NCDC has published a guideline for employers and businesses in Nigeria however, the agency is working with various industries to develop sector-specific guidelines as the financial sector and manufacturing industry is fully open while the informal sector will have a phased opening." Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

"Limit government meetings to virtual as much as possible while maintaining restrictions on physical meetings including official trips, oversight visits and board meetings until further notice Lifting of restrictions on outdoor communal sports and opening of recreational parks for supervised exercise Mandatory use of non-medical facemasks in public spaces with access to government and commercial premises to be denied for persons not wearing facemasks. ‘No mask, no entry. No mask, no service.’ Maintaining the prohibition of gathering of more than twenty (20) persons outside of a workplace" Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

"While the ban on entertainment centers will be maintained, restrictions on recreational parks have been lifted for non-contact physical activities" Source: https://www.channelstv.com/2020/08/06/breaking-buhari-approves-extension-of-eased-covid-19-lockdown-by-four-weeks/ "Maintaining the prohibition of gathering of more than twenty (20) persons outside of a workplace" Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

"Lifting the existing ban on interstate travel, only outside curfew hours... Gradual re-opening of international air flights within established parameters Re-opening of rail transportation within established parameters" Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

"Maintaining the current nationwide curfew from 10 pm to 4 am" Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

"Maintaining the current nationwide curfew from 10 pm to 4 am" Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

ON ARRIVAL IN NIGERIA Passengers who have arrived in Nigeria must self-isolate for 14 days and remain in the city/state where the point of entry is located (i.e. Lagos or Abuja) throughout the duration of self-isolation Passengers must provide their correct address and phone number before exiting the airport. They must comply with self-isolation/quarantine guidelines and ensure that they can be reached during the period Passengers not resident in Lagos or Abuja must arrange for accommodation at their own cost (please note that the Federal Government will not be responsible for providing accommodation nor transportation to the place of abode) Passengers will be cleared through the Nigeria Immigration System’s Migrants Identification Data Analysis System (MIDAS) and their passports retained until after successful completion of the 14 days self-isolation (this why correct contact information must be provided) All passengers will be tested within 72 hours of arrival based on appointment at a sample collection centre located in Lagos or Abuja for a repeat COVID-19 PCR test Persons who are unable to remain in Lagos or Abuja throughout the period of self-quarantine may return to their states of residence ONLY after: (a) They have had their samples collected and are NEGATIVE for COVID-19, and (b) They have provided public health officials with their full and correct address and phone number where they can be reached Persons who have completed the 14 days of self-isolation/quarantine will undergo an exit interview. Their details will be forwarded to the Nigeria Immigration Service for release of their passports. Alternative arrangements can be made to collect passports via special delivery e.g. DHL At the seaports, ships arriving are subjected to mandatory health screening and clearance by the Port Health Services. This particularly applies to ships that have been at sea for less than 14 days and/or that have crew members who are ill. Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory/

No new updates. Source: https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

"The Central Bank of Nigeria [CBN] has also announced the following measures in response to nCOVID 19: • All CBN intervention facilities granted moratorium of one year on all principal repayments effective March 1, 2020; • Interest rates on all applicable CBN intervention facilities reduced from 9.0% to 5.0% for 1 year effective March 1, 2020; • Established a N50 billion targeted credit facility through the NIRSAL microfinance bank for households and SMEs vulnerable to the COVID-19 pandemic; • Opened intervention facilities and loans to pharmaceutical companies intending to expand operations and set up drug manufacturing plants; • Granted Deposit Money Banks leave to consider temporary and time-limited restructuring of the tenor and loan terms for businesses and households most affected by the outbreak of COVID-19;" Source: https://home.kpmg/xx/en/home/insights/2020/04/nigeria-government-and-institution-measures-in-response-to-covid.html

No Notable Changes. Source: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/

"1. Anyone with travel history outside of Nigeria,... 2. Anyone who has symptoms and contact with confirmed cases..." Source: web.archive.org//web/20200822000535/ https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/resources/NCDC_TakeResponsibility_Who_can_get_tested.jpg

"11. Key steps for contact tracing Adequate community engagement should be prioritised by states as part of efforts to improve performance and encourage compliance. • Identify and notify suspected cases of their status • Provide counselling to all suspected cases. Provide information on isolation, treatment, and prognosis. • Interview suspected case, line list all their contacts and categorise based on risk • Once a case is confirmed, locate, and notify contacts of their potential exposure, offer testing to all close contacts, provide instructions on self-isolation or institutional isolation in community • Arrange tests for casual contacts care if they are ill (develop symptoms). Provide instructions on self-isolation if they do not have symptoms, follow them up for 14 days and discharge • Monitor contacts and report daily on each person’s symptoms and temperature for 14 days after the person’s last contact with the patient while they were infectious • Arrange for home care or evacuation to treatment or isolation centre for all contacts who become positive in line with the national guidelines..." Source: web.archive.org/web/20200822000341/ https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/SurveillanceStrategies.pdf