Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has begged members of the public to undergo tested for the dreaded coronavirus as she revealed how she got infected.
The mother of four recently made headlines when she disclosed that the reason for her absence from social media was because she had tested positive for COVID-19 and has been in isolation.
Now, she has said that despite being a very careful person, she still contracted the disease on a movie set.
Omotola stated that many actors who have also tested contracted the virus think that it’s just malaria, while others who have tested positive for it might not come out publicly to talk about it.
She begged her colleagues to ensure that they carry out a proper COVID-19 test as she says that actors are the most vulnerable as they can’t use a face mask while working on set.
Her words:
“Well, I got this on a Set. A Movie set. The doctor treating me says many of us are now infected and receiving treatment. Unfortunately, many don’t test and only think they have malaria, and others who test might not come out publicly. I plead with us all to test. I’ve only Now found out MAJORITY already have had or have COVID. Testing helps you get properly treated and helps others around you.
Dear colleagues, as you know as actors, we are most vulnerable as we can’t wear masks while working. The blood test doesn’t really count. It must be the PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) test done at a govt approved lab. It’s done with samples from the nose, saliva, and mouth. I am Doing a second Test Now to ascertain my current status.”
