Civil Aviation Biodefense Countermeasures Against Biothreats and Bioterrorism: Preparedness of Nigeria and the Way Forward
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Abstract
The potential threat of the use of biological agents against civil aviation is becoming increasingly real considering
the devastating impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) to global civil aviation operations. Though various
governments are making concerted effort in developing biodefense preparedness and response against any potential
biothreats attacks. On the other hand, not much can be said on the preparedness of Nigeria to combat these potential
threats. This article examines biothreats against civil aviation and biodefense preparedness of Nigeria to respond to
biothreats to its civil aviation operations, and to proffer recommendations on the way forward in line with international
best practices.
