ONDO STATE SHUTS SCHOOLS OVER COVID-19

Friday Omosola

Following the widespread of COVID-19 (corona virus) across the globe, the Ondo State Government has ordered the closure of all schools across the state.

The Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi  Akeredolu made this known today, while addressing citizens of the state.

He ordered the commencement of the closure from tomorrow March 20th till further notice, in order to the ensure safety of the people.

Aketi assured the citizens that, "the state government would do everything and all things in its power, knowledge and capability to protect and preserve our well-being. It is our duty and commitment to ensure that Ondo state people live a healthy and fulfilled life."

He noted that his administration had taken the following steps to ensure that the health system was ready to manage the situation effectively in collaboration with the federal government and its development partners.

He said, "These steps include:
Equipping the state infectious disease hospital as a treatment center for the disease. Upgrading the state disease surveillance network to be able to identify cases and ensure proper community surveillance Roll out a sustained media campaign on the COVID-19 infection."