The monkeypox virus is not in Imo and will never be in Imo in Jesus Name- Rochas Okorocha, Sitting Governor of Imo State

The Attention of the Imo State government has been drawn to the wicked and unfounded rumor being spread by the wicked ones over the monkeypox virus which created undue anxiety in Owerri, the state capital especially among some parents, on Wednesday, October 11, 2017.

The State government wants to inform Imo people in particular and the general public that the monkeypox virus is not in Imo and will never be in Imo in Jesus Name.

The Federal Government has named few states that have had one or two cases and the states that should be monitored closely and Imo State is not among any of the groups. So these wicked rumor mongers in the state will surely reap the ugly fruits of their ugly acts.

Again, no child or pupil or student has been immunized or is being immunized as part of the rumor had carried, because there is no need for such action.

However, the government is on the alert and will take the necessary action if the need arises and Imo people will duly be informed. But for now, there is no cause for any alarm. Imo is in the hand of God.

Sam Onwuemeodo

Chief Press Secretary to the Governor

coco's note:

And My People Continue To PERISH For Lack Of Common Sense!