No fewer than 10 persons at the Lagos State Government House, Marina, have tested positive for COVID-19.
Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, disclosed this Thursday afternoon on his verified twitter handle.
He said the development forced Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his wife, Joke to undergo another test.
The tests, he however revealed, returned negative.
“I am glad to announce that #COVID19 Incident Commander Governor of Lagos State @jidesanwoolu and the First Lady of Lagos.
“I, therefore, implore you all to continue to embrace the #MaskUpLagos initiative and observe all precautionary measures such as physical distancing, hand washing and other personal hygiene.
“All directives on easing lockdown in Lagos State remain in force. It is our collective responsibility to do all we can to stop the spread of the pandemic”.
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However, 10 persons associated with Lagos State House in Marina have tested positive to #COVID19.
On behalf of @followlasg, I therefore implore you all to continue to embrace the #MaskUpLagos initiative and observe all precautionary measures
— Prof. Akin Abayomi (@ProfAkinAbayomi) May 7, 2020