12 dead as Kwara COVID-19 cases hit 307

The total number of coronavirus cases recorded in Kwara State has reached 307, THE INFORMANT247 reports.

This is as no fewer than 12 patients have died of coronavirus-related complications in the state.

The state currently has 135 active cases while 161 patients have recovered.

The Kwara Government says it awaits results of 110 more samples taken to the centre for novel coronavirus test.

Meanwhile, the governor’s spokesperson, Rafiu Ajakaye in a statement issued on Wednesday said, “Citizens would notice a sudden leap in the figure of casualties attributed to COVID-19 pandemic in Kwara State. Until yesterday, Tuesday July 7th, casualties as reflected in our infographics were five.

The statement added, “The unfortunate death of the Chief of Staff Aminu Adisa Logun ought to bring the tally to six. However, the state has just been notified of six deaths from the UITH whose post-mortem test confirmed them to be COVID patients. It is therefore imperative to reflect such for proper record keeping and public information. Steps have been taken to avoid such gaps in the future.”