Economy

Security Operatives Enforce market Closure Order in Akure

By Web News 1653

There has been total compliance with the market closure order in Akure today Wednesday.

The Ondo State government in a bid to prevent the entry of the coronavirus had ordered a total shutdown of all markets after traders and residents failed to comply strictly with an earlier directive.

Radio Nigeria correspondent who visited Isinkan, Neighbourhood and Oba markets all in the metropolis sighted a handful of security operatives enforcing the closure.

Traders of food items who had converged on the popular Arakale Motor Park to ply their trade following their relocation a few days ago were not allowed as law enforcement agents turned them back.

The traders were later seen standing in groups around the marketplace.

Residents who also came for shopping at the Motor Park were disappointed as there were no perishable goods on display.

The situation has culminated in a free flow of vehicles along the ever-busy Arakale Road.

Adebukola Bardi

Health

COVID-19: Ondo Govt. Shuts Down Markets

By Web News 872

Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has ordered the immediate closure of all markets, malls and shops across the State as part of efforts to prevent coronavirus.

Under this fresh directive which is for a period of seven days in the first instance, only the sale of life-saving and sustaining items like food, water and medicines shall be allowed.

A statement by the Commissioner for Information, Mr. Donald Ojogo, the Governor reiterates that the suspension of political gatherings and meetings is still in force.

The statements indicates that Governor Akeredolu has equally directed the immediate cancellation of all his official engagements including courtesy calls and other engagements already approved and scheduled prior to this time.

The Governor seeks the co-operation and understanding of all residents in the State as he works assiduously to keep the State safe from COVID-19. 

Bukola Bardi