The President of Theatre Arts and Motion Picture’s Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Otunba Bolaji Amusan Latin has urged his members to suspend productions of both Films and Television Serial & Series.
The suspension of productions, which becomes mandatory for members of TAMPAN, is temporarily scheduled for three weeks starting from Friday 27th March to 17th April 2020.
This action becomes necessary as a preventative measure against the contact and spread of the lethal Coronavirus after consultations with all necessary stakeholders.
Despite that, the crucial decision is taken, also to protect members of his association from contacting the deadly Coronavirus aka Covid 19 that is fast ravaging the world.
Mr. President advised all TAMPAN members both home and abroad to adhere strictly to this advise for the safety of each and every of his member.
Aside from productions, the three tiers of TAMPAN Worldwide are also advised to adjourn all meetings till the end of the unavoidable break. E Meeting is advised where necessary.
Amusan therefore implored every member to abide by the preventive measures prescribed by World Health Organization which are Constant Washing of Hands with soap and water, covering of nose and mouth while sneezing or coughing, avoid close contact with the sick, do not attend any mass gathering of people, maintain good personal hygiene among others.
He thanked everyone for their support always, assuring them the time of the virus will soon pass as tough times never lastb
