Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic on the Nigerian Populace: Focusing Short and Long Term Effects on Economy and Health System

Abstract

The implications of the Covid-19 pandemic on Nigerians in the short and long term, with an emphasis on the Nigerian economy and health system, were examined in this research. The study was based on an examination of several articles from journals, newspapers, and periodicals, as well as chapters from books and reports. Historically, Covid-19 began in China in 2019 before spreading to other parts of the world, including Nigeria. The disease's spread not only in Asia but also other parts of the world rapidly. In this study, the researchers collected secondary data from various credible sources to evaluate the effects of covid-19 on economy and health system of Nigeria. Study found that “total lockdown, border closures, stay-at-home policies, social distancing, avoidance of mass gatherings, closure of educational institutions and places of work significant impact on Nigeria's economy and health system. “The study suggests that in order to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, individuals, institutions, communities, local and national governments, and international entities should implement public health and safety measures to restrict the spread of COVID-19. Individuals should vaccinations properly to limit covid-19 transmission.