COVID-19: Kwara to shut schools

ILORIN, Nigeria – The Kwara State Government will shut down all schools in the state with effect from Monday as part of efforts to slow down the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic in Nigeria.

So far eight people have tested positive to the Coronavirus, all being people who flew into the country from Europe, India and the United Kingdom.

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“I can confirm that Kwara State will be shutting down schools from Monday March 23rd. It is part of the efforts to contain the global spread of the COVID-19 pandemic”, Chief Press Secretary to Kwara State Government, Mr. Rafius Ajakaye said in a statement.

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“We urge our people to maintain the highest level of hygiene and to remain calm and adhere to all safety measures earlier announced by the Kwara State Ministry of Health and other national bodies”, he added.