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COVID-19: Edo State House Of Assembly Shuts Down For Two Weeks

Edo state House of Assembly complex has shut down for fumigation as part of efforts at preventing the spread of coronavirus in the state.

This was announced by the Acting Director of Administration and Supplies of the Assembly, Stephen Guobadia, in a statement on Wednesday, June 17, 2020.

Guobadia said the leadership of the house had directed all the management staff to remain at home for 14 days until after the exercise.

“I am directed to inform all staff of Edo State House of Assembly that the leadership of the House has instructed that all management staff remain at home for 14 days with effect from June 16, 2020.

“This is as a result of the fumigation exercise to be carried out in the Assembly Complex at three different times.

“All management staff are advised to leave their phones open in case of further information.”

KanyiDaily had also reported on Tuesday that Imo State House of Assembly complex was closed down after a lawmaker tested positive for the coronavirus disease.

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

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