The state’s health ministry urged residents to observe safety measures to reduce the spread of the virus and other infectious diseases in the state.
He said that it was a rugged vector, very difficult to eradicate and had not been found anywhere near West Africa.
Over 16,000 cases have been reported from 75 countries, with Europe accounting for more than 80 per cent of confirmed infections worldwide.
Mr Akintade stressed that frequent and thorough hand washing with soap and water remained one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Over 16,000 cases have been reported from 75 countries, with Europe as the global epicentre, reporting more than 80 per cent of confirmed infections.
“The programme will include free medical treatment, free minor surgeries, free eye surgeries and reading glasses for indigent members of the public.”
The consultant paediatrician said humanity was not out of the woods yet as COVID-19 could affect multiple organs in the body.
Ms Dikwa described the gesture as ideal for encouraging and improving girls’ enrollment in schools and ensuring that the girls did not break the learning circle.
The remaining 43.4 per cent of women are delivered under the care of skilled personnel in healthcare facilities in the state.
“This is your brother and comrade Eedris Abdulkareem of ‘Nigeria Jaga Jaga’ fame. First, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks.”
