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Covid-19 Regulations, 2020

Country/Territory
Nigeria
Territorial subdivision
Abuja Federal Capital Terriroty
Document type
Regulation
Date
2020
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition, General
Keyword
Public health Quarantine Risk assessment/management Food security
Geographical area
Africa, North Atlantic, Western Africa
Abstract

These Regulations are made by the President pursuant to the provisions of Sections 2, 3 and 4 of the Quarantine Act. The Regulations address the spread of the dangerous infectious Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in Abuja (Federal Capital Territory), Lagos State and Ogun State, which are areas with the incidence of the disease. The Regulations order the cessation of movements in the affected areas. The Regulations do not apply to commercial establishments which carry out food processing, distribution and retail sevices, power generating establishments, etc. The Regulations provide for the supply of relief materials to residents of satellite towns and communities around Lagos and Abuja.

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References - Legislation

Implements

Quarantine Act

Legislation | Nigeria | 1926

Keyword: Hazards, Public health, Risk assessment/management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX