Edo state Governor Godwin Obaseki has given information restriction on mass gathering in the state. He said that beginning from the second week of September 202, large gatherings as well as high traffic public and private places will only be accessed by persons who have proof of taking at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccination. Regarding people who are yet to take the vaccine at all, Governor Obaseki stated that they will depend on remote access to these gatherings. Giving detail of the COVID-19 situation in Edo, He said, "In Edo State, the data is very clear, as we have collected 6,306 samples, with 203 confirmed cases and four deaths in the third wave. 96 percent of all confirmed cases and 100 percent of deaths are those not vaccinated; it shows the importance of vaccination." Governor Obaseki stated that the state will push for vaccination, and will focus on vaccinating 60 percent of residents.
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