Governor Samuel Ortom, who confirmed the develolment during a press briefing in Makurdi on Saturday, said the patient, Susan Okpe is a returning traveler from UK.
While advising against stigmatization, he noted that about eight contacts were being observed, adding out that staff of the facility where the patient went for medical attention would also be isolated and monitored for the required number of days. He also hinted that there is a possibility of closing roads linking Benue and other states in the days to come.
He reiterated the ban on social gatherings such as funerals, weddings, Church as well as Mosque activities, urging Christians and Muslims to worship at home until the situation improves.
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