Kaduna health commissioner tests positive for COVID-19

Kaduna state commissioner for health, Dr Amina Mohammed-Baloni has tested positive for COVID-19.

The commissioner announced it on Friday, on her Twitter page, adding that she has began treatment.

In her Twitter post, she said “Following notification that I have tested positive for #COVID19, I have proceeded into isolation for the necessary treatment.

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“I look forward to quick & complete recovery from this infection.

“I appeal to everyone to observe the simple public health measures & #COVID19 prevention protocols such as the use of facemasks in public, frequent washing of hands with soap & running water or use of sanitisers & avoiding large gatherings or crowded places.” She wrote.

Following notification that I have tested positive for #COVID19, I have proceeded into isolation for the necessary treatment.

I look forward to quick & complete recovery from this infection. @GovKaduna @DepGovKaduna @KadunaMOH @KadunaSPHCB @kadchma @KADHSMA pic.twitter.com/Jq4ArITKjG

— Amina Mohammad Baloni (@AMBaloni) January 8, 2021

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