News

Ekiti Government Extends COVID-19 Lockdown, Orders Compulsory Wearing Of Facemasks

The Ekiti State Government has extended the COVID-19 lockdown in the state for two weeks.

According to a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Biodun Oyebanji, Governor Kayode Fayemi gave the order.

The governor, however, noted that the renewed lockdown will only be relaxed on Thursdays to enable people to restock their houses between the hours of six in the morning and two in the afternoon.

While acknowledging similar efforts by the Federal government and neighbouring states in curbing the spread of COVID 19, Governor Fayemi said the extension is deliberately planned.

He also announced the compulsory wearing of facemasks in public places, promising to make the masks available for those on essential duties while improving on the current palliative efforts.

With the extension, existing restrictions remain in force alongside the dusk to dawn curfew till April 27 when the order will officially expire.

Angela Davies

Recent Posts

BREAKING: Attempt To Blackmail OSSAP-SDGS Hits Bricks As Police Drags Writer To Court

Attempt to blackmail OSSAP-SDGS has hit the bricks as Police drags writer to court.  …

22 mins ago

PHOTOS: AY Makun, Tee A, Others Attend Ali Baba’s Triplets Dedication In Lagos

AY Makun, Tee A and others attended Ali Baba’s triplets dedication in Lagos.   Glamtush…

51 mins ago

Our Joy Shall Be Permanent, Says Wofai Fada Amid Wedding Controversy

Actress and comedienne, Wofai Fada on Monday declared that her union with husband, Taiwo Cole…

1 hour ago

Ikeja DisCo Slashes Electricity Tariff For Band A Customers To N206.80/kwh

Ikeja Disco has slashed the electricity tariff for Band A customers to N206.80/Kwh.   Glamtush…

2 hours ago

Union Bank Achieves Another Milestone; Attains MSECB ISO 27001:2022, 20000-1:2018 and 22301 Certifications

Union Bank, one of Nigeria’s foremost and most trusted financial institutions, has announced another significant…

2 hours ago

Zenith, Nigeria’s Best Capitalised Bank, Delivers Strong Q1 2024 Performance

Zenith Bank Plc has announced its unaudited results for the first quarter ended 31st March…

3 hours ago