The Presidency has announced that all visitors entering into Aso Rock including Governors, Ministers must undergo rapid COVID-19 test.
Those affected are VIPs, including Governors.
The new regulation, according to the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, will require every visitor to compulsorily take the test free of charge at the entrance gates of the Villa
He, however, said that some exceptions had been made for a few Leaders coming from outside, though such persons are still encouraged to still take the test for safety reasons.
“Yes, a new regime of Covid-19 regulation has been put in place for all visitors to the Villa, not for Governors alone.
“Every visitor to the Villa, not just those seeing the President, is now required to do a rapid test at the gate.
“The kits are freely issued so no one is required to make payment. This is purely temporary in view of the recent spike in cases, and will be removed any moment the situation abates. It’s a growing practice in government offices in many countries.
“Although some exceptions have been made for a few leaders in government coming from outside the Villa, they too are encouraged to do those tests.
“This Policy has rightfully been justified following the discovery of Covid positivity in some of those tested since the last few days of the practice,” he explained.
