Ebonyi State has recorded its index COVID-19 case.
This was revealed by the State Governor, David Umahi, in a statewide broadcast on Sunday.
The case was said to be a 31-year-old man from Ukawu in Onicha Local Government Area of the State.
He is said to be a transporter who conveys foodstuff from Ebonyi State to Ore in Ondo State and takes passengers back on his return journey.
His last return to the State was said to be on April 24 when he was intercepted at the State border, having breached the total lockdown order of the State.
He was quarantined in line with the directive of the State Government and tested.
His test turned positive for the virus.