MEDIA Prima today confirmed that a New Straits Times reporter has been diagnosed with Covid-19, after returning from Sabah election coverage.

In a statement, Media Prima said the employee has been admitted to hospital.

“The affected person returned from editorial duties in Sabah on September 30 and had undertaken the mandatory Covid-19 test administered by the Ministry of Health.

“This person self-quarantined at home before being reported as a positive case,” the publisher said, adding the group is currently working closely with the ministry to minimise the potential exposure to its other employees.

Media Prima said that the affected person had not visited any corporate premises since returning from Sabah.

“Media Prima will provide the necessary support to our staff. We pray for a speedy recovery,” the statement said.

The group stressed that Media Prima prioritises the safety of its staff, and all those who return from duties in Sabah have undergone the mandatory Covid-19 test and are currently undergoing the 14-day quarantine at home. – Bernama, October 5, 2020.