United Kingdom prime minister, Boris Johnson has confirmed that he has tested positive for coronavirus. The 55 year announced on his twitter page that he went for a test after he developed mild symptoms “a temperature and persistent cough” over the last 24 hours .
In his words ” Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus. Together we will beat this. #StayHomeSaveLives “
The prime minister has however decided to practise self isolation in other to curb the spread of the deadly disease.