The management of Ecobank has shut down its Wuse 2, Abuja, branch following the discovery that the late Managing Director of the Petroleum and Products Marketing Company (PPMC), Mr. Suleiman Achimugu, was at the bank on March 12.
The bank stated this in a statement, on Tuesday.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) announced the first and only death of COVID-19, on Monday, though did not mention any name, but it was later found to be Achimugu as confirmed by the family.
Ecobank said in the statement, “In line with best standards and out COVIO-19 response plans, we have, therefore, immediately temporarily closed the branch and all staff at the location have been put in mandatory self-isolation for 14 days, in full compliance with the Nigeria Center for Disease Control guidelines and to ensure their wellbeing and those at our customers. We have promptly informed the NCDC.”
The bank thus advised all those who were at the branch on the day the late Achimugu visited the branch to self-isolate for 14 days and report to the NCDC, if necessary.
“Should any of these persons feel sick or exhibit any symptoms do Immediately call NCDC on 0800 970000 10 (Toll-Free Call Centre) for assistance and guidance.”
