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Coronavirus: Benue Govt. closes schools indefinitely
TRACKING_____He said the government would not treat the pandemic with levity.
He said the state Ministry of Information Culture and Tourism would address the press on the issue of churches and mosques in the state soon.
“Coronavirus is a serious pandemic, we are not treating it with kids gloves.
“In order to prevent any unfortunate incident, the State Executive Council has decided to close all schools from primary to tertiary institutions.
“Those who have examinations should hurry up and complete before March 27 as students will be on holidays till further notice.
“The closure will affect both private and public schools,” Ityavyar said.
NAN reports that the state government had earlier, as another precautionary measure designated a quarantine centre in the state.
It has also approved a sum of N10 million for the procurement of safety kits at the centre.