CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19) HEALTH PROTECTION REGULATIONS 2021

Regulations establish health protection measures for COVID-19 in Nigeria, including vaccination requirements and public gathering restrictions. They target all persons, businesses, and enforcement agencies to reduce virus transmission. This encourages vaccination and protects public health.

What Is This Policy?

Regulations issued under presidential authority that established the legal framework for COVID-19 health protection measures in Nigeria in 2021, including vaccination requirements, mask mandates, and public gathering restrictions. Quarantine Act (Cap Q2 LFN 2004); Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (Section 5, presidential executive powers); Nigerian Centre for Disease Control and Prevention Act 2018; Public Health Act; National Health Act 2014

All persons in Nigeria Businesses and public establishments Law enforcement agencies enforcing health measures Healthcare institutions providing COVID-19 services

Who Does It Target?

All residents and persons within Nigeria's territory during the COVID-19 pandemic period. Businesses, transport operators, event organisers, and public gathering venues. Health facilities, medical personnel, and contact tracers. The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 and state governments enforcing the regulations.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Establish legally binding COVID-19 health protection measures to reduce transmission, encourage vaccination uptake, and provide a legal basis for enforcement of public health orders.

Key Features

Public Health Orders: Sets legally binding requirements for mask wearing, physical distancing, and hygiene in public spaces. Vaccination Framework: Creates the regulatory basis for national COVID-19 vaccination programmes and documentation. Gathering Restrictions: Sets maximum capacity limits for public gatherings, religious events, and business premises. Enforcement Provisions: Prescribes penalties for non-compliance with health protection orders.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active - being reviewed and updated in line with evolving public health situation Coverage: Nationwide Beneficiaries: Nigerian public through reduced COVID-19 transmission Funding: Federal Government public health budget

How to Access

All persons must comply with mandatory public health measures Businesses must display compliance certificates where required Application method: Mandatory compliance for all persons and businesses.

Important Terms

Non-compliance attracts fines and in some cases closure of business premises Regulations may be updated without prior notice in response to outbreak changes Vaccination certificates may be required for certain activities as specified

Official Resources

Website: https://www.covid19.ncdc.gov.ng Contact: Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 / NCDC

Legal Framework

Quarantine Act (Cap Q2 LFN 2004); Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (Section 5, presidential executive powers); Nigerian Centre for Disease Control and Prevention Act 2018; Public Health Act; National Health Act 2014