Contrary to reports that the lockdown in Lagos state had been relaxed for Easter celebrations, the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said the lockdown remains in force.
Sanwo-Olu, who made the announcement on Friday through his Twitter handle, disclosed that seven more COVID-19 patients had been discharged from the Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba, bringing to 46 the total number of patients discharged so far.
He said they included three females and four males, who tested negative twice for COVID-19 after full recovery.
“Dear Lagosians, I bring you more good news from our Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba. Today, seven more patients; three females and four males were discharged to reconnect with the community after full recovery and having tested negative twice consecutively for #COVID19
“This brings to 46, the number of patients successfully managed and discharged from our Yaba facility.
“So far, we have had a 100 percent recovery from the #COVID19 cases we have admitted and managed at our isolation facilities.
“While we celebrate our successes, let us note that #SocialDistancing is important & non-negotiable in the war against #COVID19.
“Stay at home, observe good personal hygiene and adhere strictly to advice from our health experts”, the governor said.