The
lack of Level 4 Biosafety labs (BSL-4) and standard research centres where
detailed examinations on dangerous and emerging pathogens can be conducted, is
making it impossible for Nigeria to partake in scientific research to develop
vaccines for existing and emerging ailments, BusinessDay findings have shown.
The
non-existence of the modern advanced laboratories has also tamed the country’s
effort in making concrete headway in playing any significant role in the global
health the scene, despite its huge resources.
Health
professionals fear that with most clinical laboratories in the country still
far from attaining the WHO African Region (WHO/AFRO) and ISO 15189
accreditation, the outbreak of another deadly virus such as
