COVID-19: Zamfara places one-week ban on markets, religious gatherings

Governor Bello Matawalle has announced the closure of all markets in Zamfara State as well as the suspension of congregational prayers in mosques and churches across the state.

as well as the suspension of congregational prayers in mosques and churches across the state.

He said the situation in Kaura Namoda is especially worrisome considering the increased number of people dying of recent in the area, including its emir. Governor Matawalle said the new measure is for an initial period of one week. He also lamented the nonchallant attitude of the people towards safety rules of social distancing, use of face masks and hand sanitisers.He said the closure of markets, however, does not affect pharmaceutical shops and supermarkets, but added that the government will ensure that all safety measures are employed before they are allowed to operate.

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