A private hospital sealed in Ekiti for treating coronavirus patient in secret. The order to seal the hospital came from the governor after the hospital attempted to treat a 29-year-old pregnant woman who tested positive to the virus.
At the moment, not less than 49 people who had contact with the woman have been isolated.
The governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi gave the update while giving the press update in Ekiti state. He explained that the move was part of the government efforts to contain the spread of the virus in the state.
The woman was transferred to Federal Teaching Hospital Ado Ekiti due to complications after being treated at Okeyinmi Health Center before the unnamed private hospital.
The governor said he is considering another 14 days lockdown as the cases in the state are increasing.
At the moment, the borders are closed and anyone caught flouting the rules will be arrested.
Private Hospital Sealed in Ekiti For Treating Coronavirus Patient