C’River Recalls Garment Factory Workers For Mass Production Of Masks

Governor Ben Ayade of Cross River State has recalled workers of the state- owned Garment Factory back to work, for the mass production of face and nose masks.
The workers are to resume work today after the factory had been disinfected.
The workers were initially sent home in line with the partial lock down declared by the governor as a precautionary measure against the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.
Speaking at the Industrial Park, Ayade told newsmen yesterday in Calabar that it had become imperative for the Garment Factory workers to return to work in view of the urgency of the need to tackle the deadly virus .
“The Garment Factory workers are being recalled for mass production of nose/mouth masks in order to stem the pandemic.
“As the workers return to start mass production of the masks, we will ensure that they keep a reasonable distance from one another in keeping with the industrial distancing protocol”, he said.
Ayade disclosed that proper fumigation of the factory has been carried out preparatory to the resumption of the workers.
According to the governor, the returning Garment Factory workers will be properly kitted to ensure that they are fit for the purpose in addition to being paid special allowances.