The Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has tested negative for the deadly coronavirus, he announced on Saturday.

He made the announcement on his Twitter handle, less than a day after the state governor, Babjide Sanwo-Olu, announced that he and his family tested negative.

As at the time of this article, Nigeria has recorded a total of 209 positive coronavirus cases with Lagos accounting for 109 cases.

He tweeted, "the #COVID19 test is not a pleasant experience but it is important that as a leader nothing distracts me from my role this period.

"I'm happy to announce that my #COVID19 test result is NEGATIVE.

"A big thank you to all our health workers. Please play your role."