Former Ogun State Sports Commissioner, Olopade tests positive for coronavirus test

The former Commissioner for Sports in Ogun State, Bukola Olopade has tested positive for coronavirus, and his is to be quarantined in Lagos Hospital

Penpushing reports that, Olopade had earlier submitted himself for coronavirus test following observation of suspected symptoms of the disease, and placed himself on self-isolation awaiting final result.

The former Commissioner in an update on the result on Thursday disclosed that it was positive, adding that he was preparing to go on quarantine as at the time of filing this report, expressing optimism that, he would overcome the dreadful disease.

“You remember I promised to come to tell the results after examination. The result is positive and it is not a death sentence, I am packing my bag and baggages and I am going to come out stronger”,Olopade said

The Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited called on Nigerians on need to follow all precautionary measures against the disease, adding that, it can’t kill if there is early detect and proper medications

Penpushing recalled that, Olopade who voluntarily turned himself to the hospital for the check said ,he took the decision when he noticed  he developed the symptoms, adding that he is now awaiting the result, adding that he prayed the result turn out negative.

‘My name is Bukola Olopade. I got tested to Covid 19, I develop one or two symptoms. I have been in isolation for five days. We must listen to government, we must listen to all publications, we have been getting about being hygienic and using sanitizers, and obviously staying at home in terms of regulating social distance’

Penpushing also reports that, he shared  his experience  in a video, narrating his situation, adding, ‘this video has become essential to let people know its real and its happening and people should not underestimate what is going out there’

The Sports Manager who spoke from his Lagos home, thanked the Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Sanwo-Olu for prompt responses to the ravaging coronavirus, and also appreciated the health officials who responded to him when he went for the test

Meanwhile, the decision of Olopade has continued to receive commendation from various quarters, describing his bold action as good example of a leader, while they prayed for him that the results turn negative.