However, Ojougboh tested negative for the virus, which was blamed for the death of former Acting Executive Director, Finance and Administration, Ibanga Etang. Following the development, the Rivers State Ministry of Health had requested all suspected cases to present themselves for testing, line listing and contact tracing in order to ensure public health safety. It also directed officials of the commission to self-isolate in view of the death of Etang. “The testing exercise has already covered the offices of the Acting Managing Director and that of the Acting Executive Director Projects. Meanwhile, the Akwa Ibom State Government had accused security personnel of aiding passengers to enter the state by using their personal vehicles to convey them.

Source: The Guardian June 09, 2020 04:18 UTC