Former Member of Parliament for Blantyre City South Constituency Allan Ngumuya has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Ngumuya confirmed of the development on Tuesday.

The gospel Musician cum politician has since been admitted to Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital (QECH) where he receiving treatment.

“Please tell everyone that I have tested Covid-19 positive and I have been admitted to queens. Let everyone stay safe Covid-19 is real,” he said.

Ngumuya adds to the number of high profile people to test positive for the virus.