By Ayo Kehinde
Dr Hadiza Balarabe, Deputy Governor
The Kaduna State government has has adjusted and extended the quarantine orders imposed on the state on for the past 60 days since March 26 against Covid-19 pandemic.
Making this announcement on Wednesday, the Deputy Governor of the state, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, said the directive was based on the report of the committee set up by the government to review the quarantine order imposed on the state for the past 60 days since March 27.
She said; “The Kaduna State Government is conscious of the sacrifices that citizens have made and the many challenges that remain in keeping them safe from Covid-19. This is why the state government has adjusted and extended the Quarantine Orders, by two weeks to empower citizens to more steadfastly carry forward, the against fight Covid-19. Preservation of the relaxations in this extension requires that citizens demonstrate greater compliance with laid down health protocols, particularly the wearing of facemasks outside the house, observance of physical distancing, regular with soap and water and the avoidance of large gatherings. Violation of these protocols will compel the government to reimpose restrictions. A spike in Covid-19 infections will also necessitate a tightening of restrictions.”
She said relaxation of movement will be effected on Wednesday and Thursday, while the revised regulations will come into effect from Monday, 1st June 2020.
“This gives citizens a three-day window every week to shop for food and other essentials. Until otherwise stated, the lockdown-free days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.”
She said the prohibition of interstate and intercity travel remains, schools, places of worship and markets will remain closed under the adjusted orders, restaurants will be allowed to open strictly to offer takeaway services. However, bars, sporting venues and event centres remain closed as are hotels that have not specifically been licensed as essential service providers during this period.
The state has189 Covid-19 cases as at Tuesday
