Kogi State Government has applauded religious leaders in the state for complying with directives for social distancing which does not allow congregating.
In a statement issued by the state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo, on Sunday, the cooperation from religious leaders have made the job of the state Squadron Team on COVID-19 easier.
Fanwo explained that Kogi state do not have any reason yet for total lockdown. However, the state will not hesitate to lockdown when the situation demands that.
“Our action plans are centered around restricting movements and to encourage people to stay at home. Commercial motorcyclists and tricyclists are advised to stay at home for the time being. Full enforcement of this directive has already started.
“We wish to thank the good people of Kogi State for their immense cooperation in our collective efforts to contain the spread of Coronavirus in our dear state. Our success so far has been as a result of the buy-in of our people in adhering to our directive on preventive measures.
“As at 13hrs Nigerian Time, no case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in the State. We urge you all to report yourself to the Committee if you just returned from an affected country or state or know of anyone who just returned from an affected country or State. By so doing, you will be playing a patriotic role of saving the State from the ravaging virus.
“Our Containment Center at FAREC Clinic is ready. As we await certification of our test kits, we still rely on the Test Centers approved by NCDC. In a couple of days, we shall take delivery of our test kits,” he said.
Fanwo urged residents to stay at home and report suspected cases, assuring that the state government will continue to stand by the people all through this trying period.
