KUALA LUMPUR: TV Sarawak (TVS) broadcast journalists will be presenting the 8.00 pm news bulletin from their homes tonight as its newsroom is temporarily closed due to Covid-19 infection.

The news will be presented by Steward Dawi, Priscilla John, Nur Suhaida, Connie Grace and many more.

“The temporary closure of TVS over the Covid-19 requirement did not dampen the spirit of our staff. Thanks to technology, the show could go on. For the production to be in safe environment, where else if not our homes,” said TVS in a statement here today.

Also reporting virtually will be anchorman, Khairil Zharif Affindie who tested positive for Covid-19 and is currently at a special quarantine centre.

TVS chief executive officer Suhaimi Sulaiman, who was once a news anchor, will also be presenting the bulletin with his staff.

“Not even Covid-19, will stop us from doing what we do best, bringing the latest news to viewers. We just have to be creative,“ he said.

In line with its mission to deliver fresh and inspiring contents, TVS will continue to serve its viewers informative and entertaining programmes and most importantly to apply lateral thinking skills to overcome obstacles, Suhaimi added. — Bernama