Kano State government has announced the suspension of all official engagements.
It also ordered the state ministry of tourism and culture to liaise with owners of event centres in the state to suspend all activities till further notice.
The decision was part of proactive measures the state has taken against coronavirus disease currently spreading in the country.
In a state-wide broadcast today, the governor, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, said all official events, that attract people gathering, have been suspended for the time being.
He said the emergency preparedness and response sub-committees have been constituted in all 44 local government areas and 484 wards in the state.
Ganduje urged transport unions to join the state efforts in making proper arrangements in the motor parks.
He stated that: “Our traditional and religious leaders are part of the major stakeholders in this collective effort. Hence, it is very important for them to properly regulate all worship centres as proactive measures against Covid-19.”
Governor Ganduje added that people should avoid gatherings of more than 20 for their safety and safety of their family members at home.
He appealed to the general public to continue to be law abiding and bear with the administration as the state/nation goes through the situation.
