The Lagos State Government has confirmed that 10 persons associated with the State House in Marina have tested positive for COVID-19.
The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, revealed this on Thursday afternoon on his verified Twitter handle.
The Commissioner also revealed that the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and the First Lady, Joke Sanwoolu have tested negative for the virus.
The tweets read: “I am glad to announce that COVID-19 Incident Commander Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and the First Lady, Joke Sanwoolu have consistently tested negative for COVID-19 following three consecutive tests conducted on them recently.
“However, 10 persons associated with Lagos State House in Marina have tested positive to COVID-19.
“On behalf of @followlasg, 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 #COVID19 #ForAGreaterLagos.”