The State House of Assembly in Borno has postponed its plenary indefinitely following Coronavirus total lockdown in the state.
This decision came after the state government, Babagana Zulum in a broadcast announced total lockdown. Mr Zulum announced that it will take effect from Wednesday evening at 10:30 pm.
Reacting to this, the Clerk of the House, Ibrahim Ngulde, in a statement said in order to remain law-abiding, the house has indefinitely suspended its activities.
“In accordance with the House Standing Order (V) Rule 5 (2-3), I am directed by Hon. Speaker, RT. Hon. Abdulkarim Lawan to postpone the House sitting earlier scheduled for Thursday, 23rd April 2020 until further notice.”
“This is due to the Coronavirus pandemic in the state, which had claimed one live.”
“He also urged members of the public to adhere strictly to the rules and protocols of the committee on Covid-19 in the state to avert the spread of the virus” he stated.
