The Kaduna State Government has assured residents of the state that it would publish the guidelines for the reopening of places of worship and business centres next week.
This was made known by the Deputy Governor of the state, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, in a statement on Thursday.
Dr. Balarabe, who is also the Chair, State Taskforce on Covid-19, disclosed that markets, places of worship, schools and other facilities whose operations were prohibited under the Quarantine Order remained shut until the approved protocols are announced next week.
“The recommendations and suggestions that have emerged from the consultations will help to strengthen the re-opening strategy.
“The draft guidelines and discussion documents shared with the stakeholders will be improved with inputs received.
“Clear protocols and guidelines for the reopening of approved sectors will be published before the current Quarantine Order expires on Tuesday, June 9, 2020.
“This will spell out what is required and the measures to be taken in the economic and social sectors that will reopen.
“The Kaduna State Government appeals to all citizens to patiently await the publication of these guidelines in a few days and a formal announcement on the re-opening of permitted sectors.
“Citizens should avoid precipitate and illegal action. Having endured so much already, it is only prudent to allow the sacrifices that have been made to be followed by a safe and responsible reopening that builds on the suggestions and recommendations of stakeholders and the health protocols of our Ministry of Health,” the statement noted.
The statement further urged citizens to note that congregational worship was not yet permitted.
“Religious leaders are aware of this fact, and we expect everyone to live up to their obligations and avoid needless, illegal activity,” the government reiterated.
The government, therefore, appealed to all residents of the state continue to do “our duty for peace, safety and orderly conduct in the state.
“Let us continue to wear facemasks when outdoors, observe physical distancing, wash hands regularly with soap and water and avoid large gatherings and crowded places. Let us move forward and take personal responsibility to defeat Covid-19″, it added.
