Mr Makinde says the more 'samples we test, the more positive cases we are likely to get.'
says the recent rise recorded in the number of coronavirus cases in Oyo State is due to more tests being carried out in the state.According to the governor in a post on his verified Facebook account and Twitter page, the rise being witnessed is connected to the activation of 10 community-based testing centres in the state.
Mr Makinde said the more “samples we test, the more positive cases we are likely to get.” as he urged the residents to start taking responsibility and follow guidelines to curb the deadly virus.
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