From Sa’adatu MAINA, Damaturu
Lawan Inuwa, Member of Yobe House of Assembly, representing Nguru Central has debunked alleged story that he refused to be isolated after testing positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Inuwa discredited the story published by one of the national dailies in a press release signed and made available to newsmen yesterday in Damaturu.
“We suddenly come across a malicious report which is published in a newspaper and other online platforms that are eager to spread fake news irrespective of its general consequences.
“They said, Yobe house of Assembly lawmaker; refuses to be isolated after being tested Positive to coronavirus.
“This is a blatant lie and mystified information, they went ahead without shame to say, ‘according to hospital sources, this is unethical journalism and professional display showcased by the newspaper.
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”To set the record straight, following the resulting outcome that I tested positive, I immediately went on isolation as instructed by the health officials.
“As a good citizen and public figure I will never undermine government efforts toward protecting the lives and properties in my beloved state,” the lawmaker said.
Inuwa said as representative of the people, he always advocated for strict adherence to all advice from the Ministry of Health for people to stay safe.
“Presently, I am in isolation centre and recuperating in very stable condition waiting for further directives from health officers.
“I salute the gesture shown to us by the state government in up-keeping the victims and in controlling the spread of the virus in the state.
“I urge the general public to disregard any rumour and baseless information going around that I deny isolation.
“I will maintain my continuous loyalty to all the good policies of the state government,” Inuwa said.
He called on the people of his constituency to remain calm and keep observing medical advice by health offices.
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