The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has called on Ghanaians to strictly adhere to COVID-19 safety protocols during the Easter festivities to curb the virus’ spread.
It made the call in a statement issued today, Friday, April 2, 2021.
“With the knowledge of the new normal amidst COVID-19, NCCE entreats Ghanaians not to let their guard down during the Easter festivities. i.e. attending beaches, parties, nightclubs, large religious gatherings, but to adhere faithfully to the safety measures to curb the spread,” the commission said in the statement.
“In this regard, we appeal to the leadership of religious organisations, event organizers, and operators of the above activities to help ensure strict compliance.”
It has also called on the Ghana Police Service to strictly enforce all laws “to avoid the upsurge the country encountered after the 2020 Christmas celebrations.”
On the issue of road crashes during such celebrations, the Commission has called on drivers to exercise restraint on the roads.
“The frightening record of road carnage during festive occasions is alarming. The NCCE is concerned about these needless Road Traffic accidents leading to deaths, trauma and destruction and appeals to Ghanaians, especially drivers and commuters to exercise restraint on the roads to prevent accidents and observe road safety guidelines.”
The country currently has 1,775 active cases of COVID-19
