The Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwoolu has tested positive for covid-19. The official Lagos state twitter handle shared the news today saying that the governor had been in contact with someone who recently tested positive.
Following Lagos State Governor @jidesanwoolu’s exposure to a confirmed case of COVID-19, a PCR test performed yesterday, the 11th of December, has confirmed that he has indeed been infected with the virus, which is supported by mild symptoms and fatigue.@ProfAkinAbayomi#LASG pic.twitter.com/G7tGfQUDID
— The Lagos State Govt (@followlasg) December 12, 2020
Governor Sanwoolu is said to be experiencing mild symptoms and fatigue. The State government used the opportunity to encourage residents to follow NCDC’s covid-19 guidelines especially during the Christmas festivities.