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Business News of Saturday, 16 January 2021

Source: thenationonlineng.net

LASUCOM shuts hostel over cases

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The Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM) has shut its hostels following three of its students testing positive for COVID-19.

A statement by the Coordinator, Centre for Information, Press and Public Relations, Lagos State University, Mr Ademola Adekoya, noted that the three medical students had been isolated and given treatment packs.

It also noted that their roommates were being tested, while contact tracing had begun for all those they came into contact with recently.

The statement also urged “any student showing symptoms at home to contact the College through dedicated lines for necessary assistance/treatment

“Parents, Guardians and the general public are assured that the safety of all staff and students is of top priority and the Lagos State University as a whole will continue to enforce compliance with COVID-19 guidelines and protocols to ensure the safety of all within her campuses.”