One more genetic mutation of coronavirus detected in Nigeria
While leading researchers were busy understanding the extent of the threat from a new genetic mutation of coronavirus first announced by the UK on Saturday, which has since been found in cases linked to South Africa, a new variant of the virus appears to have emerged in Nigeria , said Africa's top public health representative on Thursday, adding that further investigation is needed.
The discovery could increase the pandemic, as the first new strain led to the rapid return of international restrictions…