Scores of people, including
elites and prominent indigenes of the state, have died in Dala, Fagge, Tarauni,
Nasarawa, Gwale and Kano Municipal within one week.
The new Emir of Kano,
Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, has revealed that mass deaths recorded in Kano State
are not connected to Coronavirus outbreak.
Among those already buried
are academics, administrators, bankers, media practitioners and businessmen.
However, the new monarch in
a statement personally signed maintained that the deaths were not COVID-19
related.
“We have been informed by
the ministry that the deaths were not as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak,” he
said.
“This report is really
important, the report has further confirmed to us that COVID-19 is real and
that as of today about 73 people have tested positive for the pandemic.
“My people, with regards to
this situation, it has become necessary for us to remind you of the need to
follow all the necessary medical advice,” he said.
He further urged Kano
residents to stay away from crowded places, wash their hands regularly and
avoid stigmatizing others.
“I equally call on you to
look after your children and make sure they do not continue to play football on
the streets, once you notice any symptoms please do not hesitate to report such
to medical experts,” he advised.
The Emir while calling for
more prayers, commiserated with families of the deceased.
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