The bill was presented on the floor of the chamber by the Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. Noheem Adams after which it scaled the first and second readings and was passed to the committee on health for further deliberation.
The bill also stipulates a fine of N100,000 for defaulters, one month imprisonment in the correctional centre or three months community service.
Where the offence is not spelt out, it attracts N200,000 and also allows the leadership of the various arms of government to structure their own restriction format.
Section 8 of the bill makes provision for the Coronavirus Trust Fund.
The bill further empowers the governor to declare a state of emergency of up to three months if the situation requires so.
Speaking on the bill, Hon. Adedamola Kasunmu (Ikeja constituency 2) noted that it was important to alleviate the impact of the virus on the economy of Lagos, especially since the bill would enable the executive to expend necessary funds to contain the virus by providing adequate facilities in the state owned hospitals.
On his part, Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu (Eti-Osa 2) said: “We urge Lagosians to bear with us. Pandemics are not new but the way government and people react to it matters 150 states in the world.
Contributing, Speaker Obasa said the contingency plan in the budget cannot sort out the current issue. “Government needs be seen doing something, making effective pronouncements. “The governor can make recourse back to the House if need be. If the budget procedure takes much time that can’t suffice, the kick off fund will help.
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