Five new cases of the novel corona virus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Nigeria.

As of today, March 23, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) stated that there are 2 cases in FCT, 2 in Lagos and 1 in Edo of which 2 cases are returning travelers from the UK.

This brings the total number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Nigeria to 35, while 2 persons have already been discharged.

Director General of the NCDC, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu gave the breakdown of cases by states currently to be Lagos- 24, FCT- 6,

Ogun- 2, Ekiti- 1, Oyo- 1 and Edo.

Dr. Chikwe dispelled the rumor that recovered victims will permanently suffer 50 % lung damage, leading to death from complications.