Valentine’s Day: Oyo State Reiterates Safety Guidelines For Celebrations

The Oyo State Government has reiterated mandatory safety guidelines to corporate bodies, event planners, and individuals organizing Valentine’s Day celebrations in the state.

Emphasising that the day should be observed in a safe and responsible manner, the government also warned that failure to comply with the directives will result in severe consequences under the law.

In a statement, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, said the move is in response to the anticipated increase in social gatherings during the Valentine’s Day celebrations.

The Commissioner emphasised the importance of involving security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Amotekun, and Operation Burst, in the planning process to ensure comprehensive logistics and security measures are in place for safe gatherings.

Oyelade further noted the importance of maintaining health protocols, such as good hygiene, proper ventilation, and staying updated on health advisories, affirming that event planners must also reach a consensus with both security and medical personnel regarding venue selection.

He asserted that the state Ministry of Health and the Hospitals Management Board, along with private hospitals, when necessary, must be engaged to guarantee sufficient medical support during events.