After 40 days in isolation centre in Abuja, Mohammed Abubakar, son of former Nigeria’s Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has recovered from COVID-19 and discharged after testing negative twice.
Atiku’s son 40-day ordeal is viewed by some experts as one of the longest ever recorded in the country since the first infection was confirmed in Lagos on February 27.
Atiku Abubakar, in a brief appreciation message, said: “With gratitude to God, we are excited; it couldn’t have come at a better time of the Ramadan.
“I thank you all for your prayers, even as we remain indebted to the medical personnel who have stayed tireless in their efforts”.
Mohammed also said: “This is one of the everlasting lessons I can’t forget for the rest of my life.
“Indeed, I have been humbled by this experience. Words cannot sufficiently convey the depth of my joy over my recovery and discharge.”
The 31-year-old Mohammed Abubakar, was confirmed to have contracted the virus on March 19 and subsequently transferred to an isolation centre in Abuja.