COVID-19: Read full detail of Abia State Govt LOCK DOWN PLAN
Afnews Editor
Mar 30, 2020
... Lock down to last for one week in first instance
Below is the full detail of Abia State Government COVID-19 Lock down plan which is signed by Secretary to Abia State Government, Barrister Chris Ezem.
READ ALSO: YOU ARE INVITING ANARCHY TO IMO STATE BY ORDERING MY ARREST, ROCHAS WARNS
READ FULL:
GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
READ ALSO: Trump launches fresh attack on Apple over privacy
Abia State Inter-Ministerial Committee on Coronavirus met and reviewed some measures and strategies the state has put in place to avert the spread of coronavirus in the state.
READ ALSO: Why El-Rufai Was Returned To ICPC Custody?
1. Accordingly, Abia State Governor Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, has approved the lockdown of the state from Wednesday April 1, 2020, for 1 week in the first instance.
READ ALSO: AIT founder Dokpesi, grandchildren discharged from isolation centre
However, people or institutions rendering essential services, such as security agencies - Police, Federal Road Safety Corps, Nigeria Security and Civil Defense, TIMAAS, Fire Services, Hospitals, pharmaceuticals, media, eateries, shops within the neighborhood, filling stations are exempted.
READ ALSO: Clemson opens as favorite to win 2020 CFP
The Committee strongly advised citizens to stay at home, but if you must come out, you must wear face mask.
READ ALSO: Burnley v Lincoln City Betting: Clarets set for more cup joy on home soil
2. The State borders remain closed till further notice. However, vehicles carrying foods, medical and pharmaceutical items, Petroleum products and other essential items are exempted.
3. In order to avoid overcrowding and body contact, social gatherings of all kinds; weddings, burial ceremonies, meeting of all colourations and religious activities are suspended forthwith.
READ ALSO: Groups applaud President Buhari for appointing a new FRC Chairman | READ DETAILS
Attention of government has been drawn on some people who deliberated flouted the earlier directive of government on public gatherings and crowd control. I wish to reiterate that Transition Committee Chairman and Traditional Rulers in their domains must enforce government directives without fail.
READ ALSO: Sowore's Miscalculation and the Need to beat a Wise Retreat
4. On the part of the citizenry, they should always maintain high level of hygiene by constantly washing their hands with running water and soap, wear face masks, apply alcoholic based sanitizers as well as practice social distancing of 1.5meters at all time.
READ ALSO: I Will Not Allow Criminality As President, Peter Obi Declares
5. Other directives issued earlier on transportation, hospitality industry, etc are still in force.
Finally, Abia State Government earnestly feel the pains and sacrifices every citizen must make so that together we will win the battle against coronavirus.
READ ALSO: YOU ARE INVITING ANARCHY TO IMO STATE BY ORDERING MY ARREST, ROCHAS WARNS
Signed:
Barr. Chris Ezem
Secretary to Abia State Government
Related Stories
REVEALED: How All Progressives Congress (APC) Played Into The Opposition Hands Ahead Of 2027 - Sumner Sambo Warns
I Will Not Allow Criminality As President, Peter Obi Declares
Why El-Rufai Was Returned To ICPC Custody?
Sowore's Miscalculation and the Need to beat a Wise Retreat
Tinubu Breaks Silence on Hardship, Inflation, Power Crisis - Vows Nigeria Will Overcome Economic Storm
"Terrorists Have Outgunned Our Troops" - Ndume Raises Alarm Over Boko Haram War, Sends Urgent Message To Tinubu
""
— Afnews Editor