Wema Bank PLC has confirmed two cases of COVID-19 in two of its branches nationwide.
The affected staff is currently being treated while the branches have been shut down for disinfection.
Wema Bank Corporate Affairs Executive, Funmilayo Falola, said:” We have received confirmation of two positive COVID-19 cases in two of our branches nationwide. The infected staff is currently being treated after only displaying mild symptoms. In keeping with our commitment to ensure the safety of our customers, staff, and community, we have notified customers who visited those branches to get tested.
“In light of this, both branches have been shut down for immediate disinfection and will only be reopened once we certify that it is safe enough for services to resume.
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“Customers in the affected areas can continue to carry out transactions using our alternative banking channels – ALAT and *945#. Should you have any issues, you can call our customer service or visit any of our other branches close to you.
We implore everyone to keep up good hygiene practices; do not discriminate or stigmatize infected persons and desist from spreading false information”,
Falola concluded.
