The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 (PTF) has indicated that two vaccines have been developed in Nigeria, however, they are awaiting clinical trials and certification.
This was made known by the Chairman of the PTF, Boss Mustapha during the PTF national briefing in Abuja on Monday March 22.
He described it as a welcome development that will ensure a scientific breakthrough and will boost the image of the medical industry in Nigeria.
In his submission, he said;
“The disclosure that Nigerian scientists have produced at least two local COVID-19 vaccines which are awaiting clinical trials and certification is significant.
This is a welcome development that will open a new vista in scientific breakthrough and will boost the morale and image of the medical industry in the country.
I call on all relevant agencies to provide the required support and enabling environment for smooth conduct of the remaining protocols for the certification of these vaccines with a view to encouraging and motivating other researchers.”
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