Coronavirus: Ogun State discharges six patients, launches face mask campaign
Ogun State has discharged six(6) coronavirus patients from its isolation centre in Ikenne after they tested negative to the virus twice.
Wednesday’s update increased the total number of discharged patients to 20 in the state, while active cases grew to 73 with four new cases.
COVID-19: Ogun Discharges 6 Cases, Total Active Now 73 including 4 New Cases
Ogun State on Wednesday discharged 6 Coronavirus patients from its Isolation Centre in Ikenne, after they each twice tested negative to the virus. pic.twitter.com/DM28wdvXnp
— Ogun State Government – OGSG (@OGSG_Official) May 7, 2020
Two deaths have been recorded so far out of the 95 cases of Covid-19 in the state.
In its effort to contain the spread of the virus, the Ogun State Government launched a video campaign on social media on Thursday, urging residents to take responsibility by wearing face masks at all times.
The video featured Deputy Governor, Mrs Noimot Salako Oyedele, the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi, Commissioner for Health Dr. Tomi Coker and some residents of the state.
VIDEO: Take responsibility. Use a face mask. Protect people around you, as they protect you.
And remember to maintain social distancing and wash your hands regularly.#COVID19 #BuildingOurFutureTogether pic.twitter.com/Y3jEkm2hn4
— Ogun State Government – OGSG (@OGSG_Official) May 7, 2020
