Kaduna State Commissioner for Health, Dr Amina Baloni, has said that the two confirmed coronavirus cases in the state are contacts of the index case.
Baloni revealed this in a statement on Tuesday while reviewing update on the two new cases confirmed in the state by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).
The NCDC had on Monday confirmed two new positive cases, bringing the number of cases to three in the state.
Governor Nasir El-Rufai had on March 28 tested positive to the virus, making him the state’s index case.
Baloni said that health officials are actively tracking all contacts of positive cases to curtail the spread of the virus.
The commissioner urged residents to strictly adhere to the stay-at-home and self-isolate order by the state government.
Baloni advised residents on regular hand washing and observe social distancing to avoid contracting the virus.
She said: “As we are working hard to safeguard our state and contain the spread of the virus, I urge you all to observe frequent hand washing and social distancing.
“All those who returned from countries with COVID-19 infections and those who have had contact with suspected or confirmed cases should isolate themselves for 14 days.
“All persons in self-isolation are monitored for symptoms. Testing for COVID-19 is not yet offered as a routine service.
“Members of the public are advised to observe personal and respiratory hygiene, stay at home and stay safe.”
