The COVID-19 Task-Force of Oyo state has revealed that the Delta variant of the COVID-19 has been uncovered in a state. State Incident Manager and Coordinator of the emergency operations centre, Dr. Olabode Ladipo, confirmed the development, noting that the general public needs to take extra caution and consistently apply all advisories earlier released by the Task-Force. This was revealed in a statement by Chief press secretary to the state Governor, Taiwo Adisa, on behalf of the Task-Force, saying, This strain has been associated with high transmission, increase the severity of infection and outcomes.As such, this is to warn that the virus is still very much within the society. It also warned residents of the state to adhere to the guidelines of set by it to curtail the the spread of the virus, saying, The 'Own Your Action' (OYA) initiative of the State Government should be seriously considered by adhering to the guidelines of wearing nose and mouth masks in public gatherings, washing of hands with soap and water and use of hand sanitisers, among others. The Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force hereby appeals to the good people of Oyo State to comply with these and other advisories as they apply to individuals and organisations. It would be appreciated if all in-bound travelers from overseas maintain the mandatory seven-day isolation and subsequent testing before mingling with the populace. In addition, residents are enjoined to seek medical care and avail the opportunity of free testing whenever there's any feeling of unwellness. Vigilance on the parts of both the Government and the people will surely go a long way in stemming the transmission of this disease within the State.
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