The Edo State Government Task Force on COVID-19 has intensified monitoring in eateries and shopping malls across Benin City as a way of ensuring compliance with the pandemic prevention protocols.
The government’s team included members of the Edo State COVID-19 Risk Communication Pillar, security agencies, Red Cross Society of Nigeria and officials of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).
Some of the public places visited are Inoman Foundation School, Market Square, Kilimanjaro Restaurant, Kada Plaza, GT Plaza, among others. x
At the various places visited, the Head of Edo State COVID-19 Risk Communication, Mrs Irene Uwabor, reiterated the need to adhere to guidelines on proper use of face masks, social distancing, handwashing and use of hand sanitisers.