After Evaluating and Reviewing the development of the curb of The Novel Covid-19 virus in the Country, The Presidential Task Force has further extended the phase two of the eased lockdown.
Boss Mustapha, Chairman of the Task Force and Secretary to the Government of the Federation revealed on monday that the level of non-compliance to the NCDC guidelines in Nigeria is astonishing and thus the task force has regrettably come to the inevitable conclusion
Speaking on the reopening of international Air travel and how it’s closure has affected Nigerian Economy, Boss Mustapha said the PTF and the Aviation Sector are working hard to fast track reopening of the international airspace.
“You will recall that we briefed the nation on the 29th of June, 2020 sequel to the approval of Mr. President for the extension of phase two of the eased lockdown by another four weeks. That extension is due to expire on Wednesday 29th July, 2020 having commenced on June 30th 2020.
“The PTF has continued to evaluate the developments as well as the level of compliance nationwide and has regrettably come to the inevitable conclusion that majority of Nigerians irrespective of status, creed and level of education continue to live in denial on the virulent nature of the virus and consistently breach the guidelines and non-pharmaceutical measures put in place.
“We informed you two weeks ago that the process of submitting the 6th Interim Report and recommendations for next steps had commenced. The PTF has reached advanced stages of the process. It has also considered that due to the upcoming Sallah (Eid El-Kabir) festivities which coincides with the expiration of the current phase, it would be prudent to extend by one week, from 29th July, 2020 till Thursday 6th August, 2020. It has accordingly secured permission to retain the existing guidelines till that date.
“Considering the importance of international air travel to the economy, the PTF and the Aviation Sector are working hard to fast track reopening of the international airspace. Most importantly, the arrival protocols for passengers on in-bound flights are being firmed up for seamless testing and detection. Relevant MDAs will be holding further consultations.” He said
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