The president has given green light to the Electoral Commission, the National Commission for Civic Education and the National Identification Authority to conduct their activities by social distancing and the necessary hygiene and safety protocols.
Initially, these statutory body’s activities were exempted from the outset from these restrictions imposed on Ghanaians.
Also, Market places, workplaces, and public transport will continue their activities by social distancing and the necessary hygiene and safety protocols.
Speaking to the nation, Nana Akufo-Addo said” Whilst we step up public education of the protocols on public gatherings, let me also state that regulatory agencies will undertake random checks to ensure conformity with these rules, and the security services will be tasked to enforce them. Should any institution fail to adhere to these directives, its activity will be immediately prohibited, and relevant sanctions applied.”
He added “I have, by Executive Instrument, provided for these new directions, and extended the suspension of the remaining public gatherings, as set out in E.I. 64 of 15th March, until 31st July. In here, I refer to the suspension of sporting events, nightclubs, cinemas, drinking spots, bars, beaches, festivals, funerals, political rallies, and large religious gatherings such as crusades, pilgrimages, and conventions.”
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