The Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has gone into self-isolation as prescribed for those who have come into contact with patients of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19).
The Governor took the decision after he met and shook hands with Mohammed, the son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday.
The duo met on a flight operated by Aero Contractors from Lagos to Abuja.
In line with the directive of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control for those who just came into the country from high risk countries and those who have had contact with anyone who had developed the disease, Governor Mohammed went into self-isolation.
A statement by the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Governor, Mukhtar Gidado, said: “This is to inform the general public that his Excellency, Bala Mohammed, has gone into self-isolation.
“This development is sequel to a report from the NCDC that the son of former VP of Nigeria was tested positive for the coronavirus upon his return from an international trip through Lagos.
“It would be recalled that Governor Bala Mohammed, who also recently returned from, an official trip in Lagos, met with Mohammed Atiku Abubakar in the Aero Contractor aircraft where they shook hands and exchanged pleasantries.
“So far, the governor has not exhibited any symptom of the disease but based on the recommendation of the NCDC, he will remain indoors to avoid the risk of spreading the disease. Currently, the blood sample of the governor is being taken and is undergoing a clinical test.”
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