Boss Mustapha, secretary to the government of the federation (SGF), is in self-isolation as some members of his household have been confirmed positive for the coronavirus.
The SGF announced the development in a statement issued on
Sunday.
According to the statement, Mustapha and his wife tested
negative for the virus.
The SGF, who is also the chairman of the presidential task
force (PTF) on COVID-19, added that the persons who tested positive are
asymptomatic, but have been moved to a treatment centre.
“I would like to inform the general public that some members
of my household tested positive for COVID-19 yesterday evening,” he said.
“Although they are currently asymptomatic, they have been
isolated and are receiving care in one of the government treatment centres.
“My wife and I tested negative, but will remain in
self-isolation and work from home according to protocols by the health
authorities.
“I would like to remind all Nigerians that COVID-19 is real.
As the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) announced last week, we are
recording an increase in cases across several states.
“Please stay safe and protect yourself. Adhere to all public
health and safety measures so that we do not lose the gains we have made in the
fight against COVID-19.
“As a family, we covet your prayers. Please take
responsibility for yourself and to protect our country!”
The development comes amid concerns of a second wave of
infections, as the number of new cases has recorded a recent increase.
As of December 13, Nigeria had confirmed over 70,000
COVID-19 infections, but more than 65,000 patients have recovered.
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