The ECOWAS Commission has announced the death of its staff at the Lagos Liaison Office, Mr. Jatto Asihu Abdulqudir, to the Ebola Virus Disease.
The Commission made the disclosure in a statement yesterday. It said the Mr Abdulqudir, 36, was among those who assisted the Liberian delegate to a regional meeting, Mr. Patrick Sawyer, who died from the disease at a Lagos hospital.
The statement noted that Mr. Abdulqudir had been under quarantine following that sad incident.
“The Commission wishes to use this opportunity to express its gratitude to Nigerian government authorities and others who contributed to managing the late official while under quarantine,” it said.
It further commiserated with Mr. Abdulqudir’s family and colleagues and prayed for the repose of his soul.
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