The Kwara State Deputy Governor, Kayode Alabi, and his wife, Abieyuwa, have tested positive for coronavirus.
Rafiu Ajakaye, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, made the announcement in a statement on Tuesday.
Alabi is the Chairman, Kwara State Technical Committee on COVID-19.
Ajakaye said on Monday, that Alabi and his wife were tested after they showed slight symptoms of the COVID-19.
“The results of their test are positive. The second couple are very stable and in high spirit, and are now undergoing standard management protocols supervised by the government’s medical team.
“Immediate contact tracing and tests, among other safety protocols, are being done for persons who have met with the couple in the past few days.”
The statement said the Kwara State government was praying for their quick recovery.