Plateau State Governor, Simon Lalong has tested positive for coronavirus following a test he and members of his family carried out.

The Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor, Dr. Makut Simon Macham, in a statement on Thursday, December 17, said the test result indicated that Governor Lalong’s test returned positive while all members of his family tested negative.

Consequently, the Governor who is asymptomatic has gone into isolation while his close aides are being tested.

As a result, the Governor will henceforth work from home during the period of treatment. All State matters requiring the Governor’s physical presence will be handled by the Deputy Governor.

The Governor used the opportunity to urge all citizens of Plateau State to observe all COVID-19 protocols as the pandemic is still prevalent.

He advised citizens to apply all precautionary measures especially during the festive period by avoiding large gatherings, using facemasks, washing hands with soap and water and adhering to personal hygiene measures.