Minister of Women Affairs, Tallen Tests Positive for COVID-19

By Israel Joel

 Minister of Women Affairs Pauline Tallen has tested  positive for  COVID-19.

Tallen, in a Press statement made available to newsmen in Jos on Sunday, said  she is asymptomatic and has gone into isolation during the period of treatment.

The statement reads: “Following interaction with individuals that later show asymptomatic sign of COVID19, I was  advised by my medical team to undergo the test and self isolate for observation over the past few days.

“This is to inform the general public that after undergoing a test carried out on myself and members of my family, my result returned positive while that of members of my family tested negative.

“Currently, I am asymptomatic and have gone into isolation during the period of treatment. Please keep me in your prayers and I implore you all stay safe and observe all COVID-19 protocols as we grapple with this pandemic.”

The Minister urge citizens to   take responsibility for themselves and family in order to protect the country even more at this time.