Omicron Variant: NACCIMA Condemns Travel Bans On Nigeria

In the wake of the emergence of the Omicron version of the Covid virus, the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has condemned the travel bans imposed on Nigeria by UK, Canada and others.

The NACCIMA, in a statement sent to Prime Business Africa, said: “Association wishes to state that it is strongly against the unwarranted travel ban placed on Nigerians by the UK, Canada and other countries due to the Omicron variant.

“We, therefore, call on these countries, and others that have joined the bandwagon of travel bans to rescind their decision on the travel ban against Nigerians

NACCIMA urged Nigerians to adhere strictly to well-established COVID-19 guidelines and application of non-pharmaceutical protocol, including wearing of mask, and regular washing of hands.

The statement read: “Those who are yet to do so must also get vaccinated. Perhaps most importantly at the moment, there is need for urgent action to ensure rapid and universal vaccination of our population.

“NACCIMA is therefore strongly in support of the global call for Vaccine Equity to ensure universal vaccination.

In addition, on the local front, NACCIMA joins the call for local production vaccination urgently as one of the key strategic steps to tackle the pandemic..

PBA Reporter

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