First Corona Virus Death In Nigeria
The former MD of PPMC Suleiman Achimugu is recorded as the first person in Nigeria to have died of corona virus.
The family said Mr Achimugu died of the virus on Sunday, days after he returned to Nigeria from a trip to the United Kingdom.
According to the family: ” Our family is deeply saddened to inform you of the sudden death of our beloved Father, Uncle, Brother and friend. Engr. Suleiman Achimugu (former MD of PPMC).
“He died of COVID 19 on 22/03/2020 some days after he arrived in Nigeria from the UK.
“He was in self-isolation upon his return from the UK and personally called NCDC after experiencing some discomfort that are related to COVID 19 symptoms.
“He tested positive and was promptly evacuated to the specialist hospital. He died while receiving treatment."
The cases of the COVID-19 pandemic have been on the rise since last week. Many are getting tested and some have returned position including the son of Alh. Abubakar Atiku who is currently being quarantined and managed in an Abuja hospital. He had also returned from Europe.
- Written by Emdee David
Posted by: Emdee David
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