The Minister of State, Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uche Sampson Ogah has enjoined Nigerians, particularly Abians to ramp up personal safety procedures against the dreaded Covid-19 virus while abiding by all government initiatives in curtailing the spread of the virus.
Dr. Ogah in a release signed by Barr. Chijioke Udeogu, made available to ABN TV, cautioned on the need for Nigerians to be on guard wherever they are at a time like this.
He also advised that social distancing must be put into practice in order as a measure to curtail this global health pandemic.
“As a man of strong faith in God and a stickler to self-discipline, the Honourable Minister maintains that everyone should engage in serious prayers for God’s intervention and thorough personal hygiene which includes but not limited to prolonged handwashing with suitable hand sanitizers or a combination of soap and water.
“The Minister commends President Muhammadu Buhari for his strong direction and leadership in mitigating the effect of this Covid-19 virus and equally counsels all government agencies to carry out Mr. President’s directives completely in order to protect our existence as Nigerians” the statement added.
The Minister also expressed optimism that God in His infinite mercy will uphold Nigeria even at these challenging times, adding that it shall pass over the Nation.
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