The state government has promised to provide alternative means of transportation for commuters following its ban on commercial motorcycles and tricycles also known as okada and keke respectively.

He also commended the drivers for complying with their restriction from six LGAs, major highways and bridges.

The state government said a fleet of 65 buses will join the others on some major routes as from today with about 550 more buses expected and 14 ferries will be commissioned on Tuesday.

It also said “this will further open up the waterways, reduce travel time on various routes and provide safe, dependable and comfortable alternatives for commuters.

However, the ban which began on Saturday has been widely condemned by residents as the government insists that it became necessary due to the casualty figures resulting from their operations.

The federal government has disclosed measures in place to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus into the country.

Minister of Health, OSAGIE EHANIRE while speaking on the issue in Abuja also said at least 41 people have died of Lassa fever in parts of the country since the beginning of 2020.

Giving an update on the raging outbreak of the disease, he revealed that at least two health professionals were among the 41 deaths recorded.

EHANIRE added that there were at least 258 confirmed cases recorded across 19 states in the country.

He urged Nigerians in various parts of the country to practice good hygiene and protect their foods from rat contamination.

The Minister also spoke about the outbreak of coronavirus reported in China, Germany, the United States, as well as two African countries.

A plaza inside Balogun market, located on Lagos Island is currently on fire.

The name of the burning plaza is Anambra Plaza at Martins area of the market.

The fire outbreak has created panic in the market with many witnesses sharing the videos on social media.

Traders in the affected plaza are currently trying to salvage their goods.