By Amos Ogunrinde
Following the spike in cases of Covid-19 in many countries around the world and the sharp increase in the number of cases in Nigeria, the Ekiti State Government has advised residents to henceforth adhere strictly to all laid down protocols to prevent a resurgence of the virus in the State.
The State Commissioner for Information and Values Orientation, Mr Akin Omole gave the advice while addressing newsmen in Ado Ekiti.
He stated that simple precautions like wearing of mask, maintaining physical distancing, avoiding crowded environment, regular hand washing with soap and coughing into a bent elbow or tissue would go a long way in helping to stem the spread of the virus.
The commissioner said the present administration had taken necessary steps to counter the spread of all communicable diseases including Covid-19.
Mr Omole added that Governor Kayode Fayemi had also directed that all public servants and political appointees must wear appropriate nose masks in public places.
He stressed the need for all stakeholders to support the efforts of government at fighting the spread of the pandemic, for the benefit of all.
