The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has offered over 400 health facilities across Nigeria to be used as COVID-19 isolation centres.

Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, Mr Boss Mustapha disclosed this at the Presidential Task Force briefing on Monday. He described the offer by the bishops as a welcome and timely development.

“We have received reports from the states which suggest that the treatment centres are running out of bed spaces. As we assess the situation, the PTF shall also begin to examine our peculiar circumstances, modify the strategies for care management, and consider viable alternatives, where necessary. At the appropriate time, the guidelines and protocols shall be unfolded,” he said.