Covid-19: Governor Emmanuel Shuts Border, Suspends Ibom Air

The governor of Akwa Ibom state, Udom Emmanuel has told workers to prepare to stop work and stay-at-home for one week with effect from Monday March 30th 2020.

He also announced that there will be suspension of flight operations by Ibom air from Sunday, March  29th 2020, and all borders and roads leading in and out of the state will be  closed with immediate effect.

However, markets will remain open for sale of foodstuff and essential items only.