Tambuwal goes into isolation after contact with COVID-19 patients

He said in a statement released on Friday, that he had contacts with such persons while on official assignments recently, and as such it was advisable to self-isolate

According to the Governor, his deputy Manir Dan’ Iya will take charge of official functions in the state in the time being.

“Following my official trips in the past few days, during which I was in close contact with some personalities, some of whom have tested positive to COVID-19, I have been medically advised to go into self-isolation,” the statement read.

“As a result, I will withdraw from official and physical engagements for the period prescribed by the COVID-19 protocols, with effect from Friday, Dec. 18, 2020.

“In my absence, the Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, Hon. Manir Muhammad Dan’Iya (Walin Sokoto), will carry on all official functions as laid down in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“During this period, I will subject myself to the prescribed testing procedure as required by the Sokoto State Task Force on COVID-19, the National Center for Disease Control (NCDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) protocols.

“In due course, I shall avail you all with the outcome.” While urging Sokoto people to adhere to COVID-19 safety guidelines and solicited prayers during his time in isolation.