Razaq Bamidele
The Ondo State chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed delight over the ingenuity of the state government in declaring curfew that runs from 7pm to 7am in the state.
The party’s position was contained in a statement from its Publicity Secretary, My. Alex Kalejaye, where he described as a ‘bold step’ the governor’s move.
He said it would further restrict movements and avert disaster that could result from a careless approach to managing the rampaging COVID-19 pandemic.
The measure, according to the party, becomes imperative to stem the activities of nocturnal operators, who, unfortunately, have an inelastic knack for violating reasonable orders and instructions.
The party observed that the without disputes, no serious economic activities take place during the night seasons, adding that only sharp practices such as disregarding the closed-border directive; gathering at club houses and beer pubs happen at night.
“It is unpleasant and myopic for anyone to disregard professional advice on issues that border on personal health and the health of others. It is a challenge that beckons on concerted efforts to arrest derailments.
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“The action of the government, to us, is well thought out in the best interest of safety and wellbeing of the entire residents of the state. It is apparent that the government is being futuristic in its drive to ensure the curtailment of the global pandemic concern,” the party submitted.
It therefore urged attention-seekers and professional critics to place public good over and above whatever personal gains.
“We members of the state chapter of the party hail the governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN, for being extremely sensitive, and proactive in rolling out measures aimed at protecting the populace. He has thus far demonstrated an unusual mastery in handling the fearful development.
“We implore the people to be weary of living a carefree life at this critical time, but observe all guiding instructions from the government and its agents to forestall avoidable spread of the virus,” the party concluded.
