The Cross River State Governor, Prof. Ben Ayade, has rescheduled the take-off date for the no mask no movement order to Monday, April 6, 2020.
A statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Christian Ita, said the policy is geared towards shielding Cross Riverians from the ravaging Coronavirus pandemic.
The Governor said the order, which was to take effect from midnight Thursday, April 2, 2020, will now commence on Monday, April 6, 2020.
He explained that the shift is necessitated by the need to allow the garment factory enough time to produce more masks for further free deliveries to the people and residents of Cross River State.
“This is to ensure that more people have the masks before enforcement commences.
“His Excellency is committed to ensuring that the Coronavirus pandemic does not gain a foothold in the state.
“However, the order banning movements into the state remains in force as all entry points remain shut.
“While those wishing to leave Cross River can do so, no one is allowed into the state at this time as government appeals to all Cross Riverians to strictly comply and adhere to all the laid down preventive measures,” the statement added.
