Bauchi State Governor , Bala Mohammed , has tested negative for coronavirus , according to reports .

The governor, who had tested positive for the virus on March 24 , said via his Twitter handle that he now tests negative for the virus .

He said he just received his second negative test result while appreciating those who supported him with prayers during the intervening period .

He also appreciated the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control as well as religious leaders within and outside the state .

He wrote , “ Alhamdulillah . I just received the green light . My second test for # COVID 19 returned negative . I thank you all for your prayers & support even while I was in isolation . Most importantly , all the praises & thanks be to Allah – the Most Beneficent , the Most Merciful . # GreaterBauchi

“ My gratitude also goes to our religious leaders within and outside the state for their constant prayers, also our meticulous Bauchi # COVID ー19 team and the NCDC. ”