By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
Accept
Okay.ngOkay.ngOkay.ng
Font ResizerAa
  • News
    • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Reading: Benue identifies first case of coronavirus
Share
Font ResizerAa
Okay.ngOkay.ng
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Search
  • News
    • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Follow US
  • About Okay.ng
  • Advertising on Okay.ng
  • Contact Okay.ng
  • Careers
  • Meet the Team behind Okay.ng
  • Ownership and Funding of Okay.ng
  • Editorial Principles at Okay.ng
© OKN MEDIA PUBLISHING 2022 - All rights reserved
NewsTop stories

Benue identifies first case of coronavirus

Muhammad A. Aliyu
By Muhammad A. Aliyu
Published: March 29, 2020
Share
2 Min Read
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State
SHARE

Benue State recorded its first case of coronavirus (COVID-19).

The state COVID-19 Action committee headed by Governor Samuel Utom announced this during a press briefing held on Saturday.

The governor said that the Benue index case is a woman who recently returned from the United Kingdom (UK).

Governor Utom noted that the woman whose name was given as Susan Okpe, on arrival to the state checked into a hospital in a kind of self-isolation and is one of eight such suspected cases which the action committee is following currently.

- Advertisement -

He said: “She was one of the eight people that came from prone areas. She came from the UK, developed some symptoms that looked like coronavirus. Two blood samples were taken and hers came positive. No need to castigate anyone. Her name is Susan Okpe. She has been moved to BSUTH. We advise anyone who had come across or had contacts with her in the last 14 days to come out and either self-isolate or call the rapid response numbers.”

Speaking on the issue of border closure, the governor said: “Issue of border closure that is being discussed but it is imminent that we have to close our borders. We will announce that on Monday. We are looking at all six entry points into Benue. it is an emergency step that we must take. We have also withdrawn SDG ambulances to be used for the coronavirus emergency response.”

Stay Updated on the Go with Our Latest News—Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now!
TAGGED:BenuecoronavirusCOVID19Susan Okpe
Share This Article
Facebook Whatsapp Whatsapp Telegram Email Copy Link Print
ByMuhammad A. Aliyu
Follow:
Muhammad Ameer Aliyu, is a prolific journalist who joined Okay Nigeria in 2015 with the aim staying committed to bringing more positive growth to the digital news platform. He is the Senior Editor at Okay Nigeria.
Previous Article Buhari observe social distancing as he meets minister of health, NCDC DG (PHOTOS)
Next Article Nigeria records 8 new cases of COVID-19 in Benue, Lagos — 89 in total

Connect with Okay on Social

FacebookLike
XFollow
InstagramFollow
TelegramFollow

Dollar/Naira Rates

Okay.ng Logo

Parallel Market Rates

USD
Buy₦1,550.00
Sell₦1,565.00
GBP
Buy₦1,760.00
Sell₦1,790.00
EUR
Buy₦2,135.00
Sell₦2,170.00

Updated: 12 hours ago

Displayed rates are for informational purposes only and are subject to change.

Quick Converter

0.00
ShareShareShare

Rates are for informational purposes only.

Okay.ng Logo Parallel Market Rates
USD
Buy
Sell
GBP
Buy
Sell
EUR
Buy
Sell
| okay.ng
- Advertisement -
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

Recent Posts

Tax Reforms committee
Nigeria’s Tax Reform Journey Continues, Says Committee Chairman Taiwo Oyedele
Economy
MTN Mega Billion Promo: How Nigerians Are Winning Big
Partners
As Nigerian Banks Resume Naira Debit Card International Transactions: Limits You Should Know
News
Former Nigerian Army Chief Advocates for Compulsory Military Training
News
NNPP Declares Rabiu Kwankwaso Will Not Contest 2027 Presidency on Its Platform
Politics Top stories
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

You May Also Like

NSA Nuhu Ribadu
Security

Tinubu Administration Making Headway Against Nigeria’s Security Challenges, NSA Ribadu Affirms

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
July 5, 2025
Politics

Aregbesola Warns ADC Supporters Against Insults, Urges Fact-Based Engagement with APC

Muhammad A. Aliyu
Muhammad A. Aliyu
July 5, 2025
International

President Bola Tinubu Arrives in Brazil for BRICS Summit to Strengthen Global South Cooperation

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
July 5, 2025
Okay.ngOkay.ng
Follow US
© OKN MEDIA PUBLISHING 2025 - All rights reserved
  • About Okay.ng
  • Advertising on Okay.ng
  • Contact Okay.ng
  • Careers
  • Meet the Team behind Okay.ng
  • Ownership and Funding of Okay.ng
  • Editorial Principles at Okay.ng
adbanner
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?