“AstraZeneca Vaccine is safe, Effective” -NMA

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has declared that the Oxford AstraZeneca Covid-19 Vaccine procured by the Federal Government is safe, and advised Nigerians to get vaccinated.

Kwara NMA Chairman, Prof. Baba Issa, gave the advice while addressing the FidelinfoNews in Ilorin on Saturday, in response to question raised about the safety of Oxford, AstraZeneca vaccine.

Prof. Issa said,”It depends on the vaccine that they are taking, but the one we have in Nigeria made by AstraZeneca company is known to be safe and efficacious.

“That is why Nigeria has keyed into it and the Kwara Government has taken delivery of some doses of this vaccine.

“I’ll advise people to take it, it is safe and it is very effective,” He added.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that 10 European countries had suspended the vaccine’s use, following claims of blood clot associated with its usage.

Issa also advised that those vaccinated against the disease must continue to observe all COVID-19 protocols, such as physical distancing, wearing of facemasks and washing of hands.