Lagos Confirms New COVID-19 Death

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Posted by Shollay April 14, 2020

The Lagos State Government has confirmed the death of a COVID-19 patient in the state,

The Commissioner of Health in the state, Prof. Akin Abayomi, who firmed thisvia his twitter handle noted that the deceased a 56-year-old Nigerian who visited the United States.

According to him, this brings the number of COVID-19 deaths recorded in the state to 6, adding that the state has so far recorded 192 cases.

Abayomi wrote,

“A 56-year-old Nigerian male who recently returned from the United States has died of COVID-19 related complications.

“This brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in Lagos to 6.”

Here is the prof’s confirmation in a series of tweets below

I urge Lagos residents to remain alert across communities and obey instructions aimed at containing the spread of #COVID19 infection.
Remember to call 08000CORONA for any #COVID19 related issues.
Let’s #StaySafe and #StayHome #ForAGreaterLagos!

— Prof. Akin Abayomi (@ProfAkinAbayomi) April 14, 2020

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