Governor Nasir El-Rufai has ordered the partial closure of markets and train stations in Nigeria.
Following the Coronavirus Epidemic, The Kaduna State Governor El-Rufai has directed that only traders selling food items and medicines are permitted to open their shops with effect from Tuesday, March 24th, 2020.
As part of attempts to limit the spread of Covid-19, “coronavirus” pandemic in the country.
In a report released by Channel TV Governor El-Rufai said the directive will be vigorously enforced by security agencies and the Kaduna Markets Development and Management Company which will also ensure that all markets are fumigated.
He explained that the Kaduna State Government is closely observing the implementation of proactive measures and the evolving global picture, and will not hesitate to impose a lockdown of the entire state, if events dictate, even as he promised to take care of the poor and vulnerable in case of any lockdown.
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Adding that it is to minimise the movement of people and also directed civil servants from Level 12 and below to remain at home for the next 30 days, effective from Tuesday, 24th March 2020.
Governor Nasir El-Rufai disclosed that workers providing essential services, especially in the health, security and emergency service sectors are exempted from the directive.
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Source: Channels TV