The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has banned all Congresses across the country in line with government’s efforts to limit the spread of Coronavirus in the country.
Recall that several states have banned gatherings of more than 50 people, while schools have been shut.
In a memo to all State Councils, NUJ’s National Secretary, Shuaibu Usman Leman, directed that Congresses at State and Chapel levels be suspended till further notice.
He also enjoined members to comply with directives by the Federal Ministry of Health, National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and other relevant government agencies.
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Below is the full Statement dated March 20, 2020
“The Coronavirus pandemic has continued to spread despite efforts by governments at different levels to contain it. Already about eight cases have been confirmed while several unconfirmed cases are still springing up across states.
“According to latest reports, about 226,470 cases have been reported globally, with about 10,000 deaths.
“With the present situation, it has therefore become imperative that the union equally takes steps to safeguard our teeming members across the 37 Councils.
“In view of the above, the National Secretariat hereby directs that Congresses at State and Chapel levels be suspended till further notice. All large gatherings be also suspended, while journalists ensure they maintain social distancing and high personal hygiene within this period.
“We also enjoin our members to comply with directives by the Federal Ministry of Health, National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and other relevant government agencies.”
