Health minister says no reason to shut down schools over spread Covid-19

The minister of health, Dr Osagie Ehanire has confirmed that out of the three new suspected cases of covid-19 in the country, two have tested negative while one result is pending.

Dr. Ehanire gave the update at a press briefing in Abuja on Friday.

The minister disclosed that five laboratories are currently equipped to test for the virus.

The health minister said there is no reason to shut down schools or other public places.