BY CHAMERLIN ODEY, JOS – Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State has tested positive to COVID-19 following a recent test he and members of his family carried out.
The result indicates that Governor Lalong’s test returned positive while all members of his family tested negative.
Consequently, the governor, who is asymptomatic has gone into isolation while his close aides are being tested.
These facts were contained in a statement by his Director of Press and Public Affairs. Dr. Makut Simon Macham, who said that due to the development, Governor Lalong will henceforth work from home during the period of treatment.
Macham said all State matters requiring the Governor’s physical presence will be handled by the Deputy Governor.
Lalong used the opportunity to urge all citizens of Plateau State to observe all COVID-19 protocols as the pandemic is still prevalent.
He also counsels citizens to apply all precautionary measures, especially during and the festive period, by avoiding large gatherings, using facemasks, washing their hands with soap and water as well as strictly adhering to personal hygiene measures
