Ecobank Plc says it temporarily closed its Wuse II branch in
Abuja because Suleiman Achimugu, who died of coronavirus, visited the branch.
Achimugu, a former managing director of the Petroleum
Products Marketing Company (PPMC), died on Monday. He is the first case of
death from COVID-19 recorded in Nigeria
According to a statement by the bank, Achimugu visited the
branch on March 12 but did not show any symptoms at the time of the visit.
The bank also said all its staff at the branch have been put
on mandatory self-isolation.
“The COVID-19 outbreak is a global pandemic. Nigeria, very
sadly, this morning recorded its first death, which unfortunately is one of our
valued customers. Our most sincere condolences to the family,” the statement
read.
“Our attention has been drawn to the fact that the deceased
was at our Wuse I, Abuja Branch on 12 March 2020, twelve days ago. The deceased
did not show any symptom at the time of the visit.
“In line with best standards and out COVIO-19 response
plans, we have, therefore, immediately temporarily closed the branch and all
staff at the location have been put in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days, in
full compliance with the Nigeria Center for Disease Control guidelines and to
ensure their wellbeing and those at our customers. We have promptly informed
the NCDC.”
The bank asked customers who have visited the branch since
march 12 to take the necessary precautions.
“We are further requesting, through this communication, that
anyone who visited the branch between 12 March 2020 and now should take the
necessary mandatory recommended step of self-isolation for 14 days and contact
the NCDC. Should any of these persons feel sick or exhibit any symptoms do
immediately call NCDC on 0800 970000 10 (Toll-Free Call Centre) for assistance
and guidance,” it said.
Access Bank Plc also temporarily closed its Ligali Ayorinde
branch in Lagos after a customer who visited the branch on March 16 tested
positive for the virus.
Nigeria currently has 42 confirmed cases of coronavirus.
Lagos has 29 cases, Abuja has seven, Ogun has 3 cases, Ekiti has one, Oyo has
one, and Edo has one.
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