Hon Ariyoh advises residents to dissuade unfounded lies peddling against the Vaccine
As the struggle for the curtailing of the spread of the novel virus confronting the globe continues.
Oshodi-Isolo Local Government on Monday officially commenced the flag off vaccination campaign exercise to create awareness among the residents at the grassroots.
Hon.Diasi-Oso, who also doubles as the supervisory councilor for health in his welcome address appreciated the relentless efforts demonstrated by the government at the grassroots while he assured that there will be constant enlightenment to encourage the people especially the frontline workers to receive the vaccine.
At the flag-off campaign, the MOH of the council, Dr. Ubani said the time we are now is time for action by receiving the vaccine.
In the same direction, the information health officer of the local government, Mrs.Aiyedun said the essence of the vaccine is to increase the immune system of the body in combating the virus.
She said further that the Vaccine is strictly for the frontline workers such as the Doctors, Nurses, Security personnel, Airline staff, and others who play a pivotal role and are exposed to contracting the virus.
She, however, submitted that all the precautionary measures in the fight against the spread of COVID-19 such as regular washing of the hands, use of hand sanitizer, use of Facemask, and keeping physical distancing are still very essential.
The Executive Chairman of the council, Hon. Bolaji Muse Ariyoh in his address charged residents of the local government to disregard unfounded lies being peddling regarding the AstraZeneca vaccine.
His words,” The world has been subjected to turmoil with the outbreak of the novel pandemic virus which practically has birthed a new order across the globe.
” I am glad that in finding a lasting remedy to the pandemic that the Medical Scientists have been able to come about this vaccine to improve the immune system in the fight against the spread of the virus.
The Council helmsman added that the vaccine will provide a huge relief to the vaccinated as their immune system will be strengthened.
He encouraged residents to visit the nearest accredited Public primary health centers for the collection of the vaccine.
The flag-off ceremony witnessed the council chairman demonstrating leadership by receiving his dose while other executive members of the council, Legislators, and Management staff also joined in receiving their dosage.
The epoch event was witnessed by the Members of the Executive council, legislators, and residents of the council in adherence to COVID-19 rules.
