COVID-19: Edo Suspends April Revenue Collection

In a bid to reduce the economic effect of the coronavirus on its citizens, the Edo state government has reportedly suspended all revenue collection for the month of April.

This was disclosed in a statement released by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie.
The statement reads “This is to inform the general public that Edo State Government’s regulations as regards containing the COVID-19, pandemic have not been lifted.

“For avoidance of doubt, members of the public are to note that the following measures are to be strictly adhered to: Ban on gathering of more than 20 persons; maintenance of social distancing of at least 1 metre; all businesses remain closed except markets for food items, pharmaceuticals products and eateries; suspension of all collection of revenues from transporters for the month of April 2020; All transporters should abide by the regulations already announced as regards number of passengers to be carried per vehicle.”
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“Please, note that the various security agencies in the state have been directed to ensure strict compliance with the above government directives.”