Lagos discharges five COVID-19 patients, including 10-year-old

At least, five coronavirus patients, including a 10-year-old girl have been released from the Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba, according to the state government.

Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, made the announcement via his Twitter handle, @Jidesanwoolu, stating that the total number of discharged patients has increased to 29 in the state.

He tweeted, “Dear Lagosians, yesterday (Saturday) I announced the discharge of one more patient from our Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba.

“Today, I am happy to inform you that five more patients comprising two males and three females including a 10-year-old girl have tested negative twice to #COVID-19.

“These five patients have been discharged to reunite with their families. This brings to a total of 29, the number of patients who have fully recovered and have been discharged from our facility at Yaba.

“Although there is a strong indication that the state is winning the battle against #COVID-19, it is imperative that we remain steadfast to curtail the spread. I strongly advise that we continue to observe social distancing.”