BREAKING: Governor Sanwo-Olu Announces Date To Commence Phase Two COVID-19 Vaccination

  • Governor Sanwo-Olu has announced the date for the commencement of phase two COVID-19 vaccination in Lagos State.

EKOHOTBLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that phase two COVID-19 vaccination will commence in the state on Wednesday, September 1.

Governor Sanwo-Olu made this known via a Facebook post on Monday.

The governor further enjoined the residents of Lagos State to take the vaccine, adding that more people are being killed by the virus.

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu getting vaccinated.

Governor Sanwo-Olu stated, “Earlier today, I presented an update on the rising level of Covid-19 infections in Lagos State. It is important that residents know the unpalatable epidemiology of the Coronavirus pandemic.

“This third wave has presented some challenges and I can confirm a record of 135 fatalities already which highlights the havoc being caused by the deadly strain of the virus spreading in the country.

READ ALSO: COVID-19 Third Wave: Lagos Records 500 Deaths, Blames Inbound Passengers For Spread

“The current level of fatalities makes it necessary for us to take vaccinations very seriously.”

He further disclosed that Lagos State has received “a little above 300,000 doses of Moderna vaccine to boost herd immunity in Lagos and we will roll it out from Wednesday next week across 150 centres.

“Get vaccinated. Take the jab. It is for your good and our collective good. Good health is a harbinger of many other good things and we must ensure we remain safe and healthy,” the governor said.

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