Enugu discharges second and only Coronavirus case left in the state

The only Coronavirus patient left in the Enugu state isolation centre has been discharged.

The commissioner for health, Enugu State, Prof. Ike Obi, on Friday April 17, announced the discharge of the second coronavirus patient from the state’s treatment and isolation centre for COVID-19.

With this, the two cases in the state have now been discharged after testing negative for the virus, as the state ministry of health yesterday, April 16, announced the discharge of the first case recorded in the state.

The commissioner, Prof. Ik Obi, said, “We encourage our people to continue to stay home, try not to touch your face without having washed your hands, maintain strict hand and respiratory hygiene, wear a facemask in line with the NCDC’s advisory and maintain physical distancing.”

Prof. Obi urged residents of the state to contact the state relevant authorities on 08182555550 or 09022333833, or the NCDC number 080097000010 when they experience, or suspect health challenges related to the virus.