The Kaduna state governor, Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai on Wednesday announced that he has tested negative twice of the coronavirus and is now free of the COVID-19.
In a video, El-Rufai narrated briefly how he went into isolation and later diagnosed of the COVID-19.
Commissioner-Internal Security and Home Affairs. Samuel Aruwan in a series of tweets posted the governors statement.
“I am delighted to report today, that after nearly four weeks of observing a strict medical regime, I have now received the all-clear after two consecutive negative test results.
“My family not only went through the trauma of potentially losing a member,but also the risk of being infected as well.The entire family has been supportive as usual, while my many friends and colleagues from all over the world have sent their prayers and best wishes.
“It was cheering to see the determined efforts of our Covid-19 Task Force chaired by the Deputy Governor, the officials of our Ministry of Health ably led by the Commissioner and our security/enforcement agencies, to manage and contain the spread of Covid-19 in the state.
I thank Almighty Allah for His grace and mercy.” He said.
The governor acknowledged the massive outpouring of sympathy, prayers and public support that following his diagnosis as infected.
