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BREAKING: Fayemi tests positive for COVID-19

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Governor of Ekiti State Kayode Fayemi has tested positive for COVID-19.

Fayemi who stated this on his Twitter account on Wednesday said he has handed over critical tasks to his deputy.

Fayemi said: “I took my third Covid-19 test yesterday and it came back positive.

“I’m generally ok and I’m already self-isolating at home and receiving the best of care from my medical team.

“ I’m delegating critical tasks to my Deputy but will continue routine duty from home. JKF”

Details later…

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