Woman slumps, dies after husband tested positive for covid-19

A middle-aged woman has reportedly slumped and died in Ughelli, Ughelli North L.G.A, Delta after being informed that her husband had tested positive for coronavirus.

The incident which occured at Igho Salami Street in Uloho Avenue got neighbours mourning.

Neighbours gathered in small groups discussing the matter in low tones, unwilling to talk about the incident to strangers, Nation reports.

A source said Mrs Oregbe was at home when the news of her husband sample result came out on Monday.

According to the source, “I am sure she has been managing high blood pressure before now because as soon as she was told her husband tested positive she slumped and died before they could rush her to the hospital”.