COVID-19: C/River Assembly suspends legislative activities indefinitely 

COVID-19: C/River Assembly suspends legislative activities indefinitely

Suspension

By George Odok

Calabar, March 24, 2020 (NAN) The Cross River House of Assembly has suspended all legislative activities indefinitely as part of preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19.

The suspension is contained in a release signed on Tuesday in Calabar by Mr Hope Obeten, Press Secretary to the Speaker of the House, Mr Eteng Jonah-Williams.

“We therefore appeal to our constituents to observe all precautions of regular hand washing, use of hand sanitiser, observing social distancing and avoiding large gatherings.

“We equally appreciate and support the State Governor, Sen. Ben Ayade, for his proactive measures to ensure the state remains safe and COVID-19 free.”(NAN)

GNO/COF/MZA

Edited by Oluyinka Fadare/Maharazu Ahmed