The
Lagos State Government has commenced plans to establish makeshift
isolation centres that would be closer to the people, The Nation learnt
on Thursday.
This idea followed the announcement of more
confirmed cases of COVID-19 with fears that the figures might skyrocket
in coming days.
It was gathered that the state Governor Babajide
Sanwo-Olu mulled the idea of makeshift isolation centres on Tuesday but
did not provide more details.
However, checks around the city
showed that work was ongoing at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium former
Onikan Stadium with tents being mounted on the pitch.
The Nation
gathered that the Onikan centre might be ready for use in few days time,
while more would be put in areas like Badagry, Ikorodu, Epe and Ikeja.
Contacted, the Commissioner for Information, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso confirmed the development to our Correspondent.
Meanwhile,
the police on Thursday expressed satisfaction at the level of
compliance with the social distancing and market closure exhibited by
residents.
Police Commissioner Hakeem Odumosu who led members of
his team on inspection across the state, said all markets were
completely closed save for those selling essential commodities.
According
to police spokesman Bala Elkana, Odumosu visited financial
institutions, telecommunications outlets, markets dealing in essential
and non-essential commodities within the mainland and Island. “Markets
dealing in food stuffs, medicines, medical equipment and other life
saving products were seen carrying out their businesses unhindered. All
other markets were completely closed by the operators in obedience to
the state government’s directives.
“Some businesses placed notice on their entrances informing their esteemed customers of the closure.
Customers
of various financial institutions, telecommunication companies and
businesses not affected by the closure order were seen observing the
guidelines regarding social distancing and spacing, thereby avoiding
body contacts.
“Customers in Eateries visited were seen using take away services and not having more that 25 persons at a time.
“The
CP stopped over at various bus stops where he noticed passengers
sitting side by side in buses without recourse to social distancing
guidelines. He advised motorists to put two passengers per row instead
of the usual four, in other to avoid body contacts.
“The
Commissioner of Police used the medium to appreciate the good people of
Lagos State for their patriotism in obeying the safety regulations put
in place by Government.
“Together we will stop the spread of
COVID-19. For information or complaints regarding non compliance call
the following numbers 09010512285, 09010512286, 09010512287 and
09010512288,” he said.
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