Anxiety in edo over coronavirus detection as screening begins at benin airport

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Anxiety in Edo as Coronavirus Screening Begins at Benin Airport

Benin City, Edo State - As the Edo State Government begins screening of passengers arriving at the Benin Airport for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), anxiety has gripped residents of the state.

The screening exercise, which started on Monday, is aimed at detecting and preventing the spread of the virus in the state. However, many residents are worried about the possibility of the virus being detected in the state, which could lead to a lockdown or other restrictive measures.

"I'm really worried about this whole thing," said Mrs. Blessing Ogieva, a trader in Benin City. "What if someone tests positive? Will we be locked down? I don't know how we will survive if that happens."

Others are concerned about the logistics of the screening exercise, which is being carried out by a team of health officials and security personnel.

"How will they screen all these people?" asked Mr. Osasuyi Obaseki, a businessman. "It's a big airport, and there are so many people coming in and out every day. I hope they have a plan in place to handle all these passengers."

The Edo State Government has assured residents that the screening exercise is necessary to protect the state from the spread of the virus.

"We understand that this may cause some inconvenience, but we must take all necessary measures to protect the health and safety of our citizens," said the state's Commissioner for Health, Dr. David Osifo.

The government has also set up a hotline for residents to report any suspected cases of COVID-19, and has advised them to maintain good hygiene practices, such as washing their hands regularly and avoiding close contact with others.

Despite the concerns, many residents are cooperating with the government's efforts to prevent the spread of the virus.

"I think it's a good idea to screen people at the airport," said Mrs. Ogieva. "We don't want to take any chances with our health. If it means we have to make some sacrifices, then so be it."

The screening exercise is expected to continue for several weeks, and residents are advised to remain vigilant and cooperate with the government's efforts to prevent the spread of the virus.