COVID-19: Edo harps on self-reporting, social distancing, others

With the rise in number of confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Edo State, the government has reiterated the need for citizens to present...

With the rise in number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Edo State, the government has reiterated the need for citizens to present or report themselves through the Edo State COVID-19 toll free response lines following any recent travel into the country, travel from high incident states or contacts with confirmed cases.

Okundia said Edo has so far recorded 108 confirmed cases, 1058 suspected cases, 5 deaths and 35 recoveries, noting that the state’s improved efforts at screening and testing were responsible for the rising number of confirmed cases. “We’re once more calling on all citizens to present or report themselves through the Edo State COVID-19 toll free response lines following any recent travel into the country or from high COVID-19 incident states within Nigeria. By complying with the self-isolation, social distancing, and self-reporting guidelines, you are not only helping the government in fighting against this deadly disease but aiding in ensuring the health and wellbeing of your relatives as well as other residents.

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