By Moses Godonu
Nigeria as a country in the forefront of ECOWAS fight against coronavirus pandemic, the country is now set to give aid to other member states in the fight.
It could be recall that President Muhammadu Buhari was appointed champion of the COVID-19 response of the region by the 13-member Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
The Nigerian President as appointed affirmed Nigeria’s solidarity with other member states as they battle the virus.
“At a time of global uncertainty such as this, caused by the devastating impact of the COVID-19, let me convey Nigeria’s solidarity with all the Member States as we collectively battle to defeat the pandemic. I am greatly saddened by loss of numerous lives and extend my heartfelt condolences to families of those who have lost loved ones throughout the region. I also wish infected victims speedy and full recovery,” Buhari said.
He reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to the well-being and safety of the people in the sub-region and restated support for any initiatives that would curb the spread of the pandemic arising from the Summit.
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