Delta adjusts curfew time, approves trading in markets ~ Truth Reporters

 

13 August 2020   |   7:13 am

The Delta State Government has announced an adjustment of curfew time imposed in the state as a result of COVID-19 from 7.00pm to 6.00am to 10.00pm to 5.30am.

Secretary to the State Government, Mr Chiedu Ebie in a statement on Thursday announced the adjustment.

He also announced the resumption of trading activities in all markets across the 25 local government areas in the state.

The statement further said Cinemas, Bars in Hotels and Beer Parlours remain closed while restaurants and eateries are to continue to serve their customers on take away basis.

The statement reads: "It is hereby announced for the information of the general public, particularly Deltans and residents in the State that Delta State Government has adjusted the curfew earlier imposed in the State due to the COVID-19 pandemic from the earlier period of 7:00pm to 6:00am to a new period of 10:00pm to 5:30am.

"Furthermore, Government has approved the resumption of normal trading activities in all markets across the 25 Local Government Areas of the State. However, Cinemas, Bars in Hotels and Beer Parlours remain closed while restaurants and eateries are to continue to serve their customers on take away basis, even as government would not hesitate to shut them down if they are observed to be in breach of the COVID-19 safety guidelines.

"The State Government urges Deltans and residents to continue to adhere strictly to all the COVID-19 Protocols and Guidelines which include wearing of facemask, maintaining physical and social distancing as well as regular washing of hands in order to curtail the spread of the Virus." Ebie stated.