The Lead convener Kogi Citizen Engagement Forum #KCEF, Dr. Hope Omeiza has called on the state governor, Yahaya Bello appeal to the Federal Government #FG, Federal Ministry of Health #FMOH, the Nigeria, Center for Disease Control #NCDC and the World Health Organization #WHO to make available test kits and other mobile equipment to help set up versions of drive -through testing centers as seen in South Korea
Dr. Omeiza in a press statement he personally signed on Wednesday and titled: “The Kogi situation in the face of COVID-19 pandemic” said the group appreciate the efforts of the New Direction Government under the indefatigable leadership of H.E. Governor Yahaya Bello in inaugurating the #COVID-19 Squadron to curtail this disease.
“We humbly write to advice that His Excellency and team also give consideration to the following areas we believe will help prevent high morbidity and mortality of COVID-19 in our dear state, #Kogi:
“ His Excellency should appeal to some corporate and government offices within the state who are currently under temporary closure and lockdown to volunteer their parking space out-front or any space they deem fit for Temporary COVID-19 #Drive -Through Testing Centers.
According to the group, the governor also consider adding to the ongoing COVID-19 sensitization program in the state, how to use sustainable, cost effective and locally available materials for hand washing (e.g ashes), how to make face mask locally, and others.