The Lagos State Governor, Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the reopening of worship centres.
The Gov. who uttered this announcement during a briefing at the Government House on Thursday, 4th June, 2020, told the Mosques across the state to reopen on 19th June and the churches on 21st June, 2020.
Religion is a source of hope and light for many and we recognise its role in shaping our society.— Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) June 4, 2020
Today, we announce the resumption of religious activities at 40% capacity for mosques and churches from June 19 and June 21 respectively with face masks and other precautions. pic.twitter.com/EXkNd9mxgP
Sanwo-Olu, however, directed that it must not be more than 40% capacity.
Remember that the Lagos State Safety Commission had earlier made it compulsory that religious and social centers in the state, to register in preparation for full reopening.
However, in a statement signed by Lanre Mojola, its Director-General, the commission stated that; “Further to the directive of Mr Governor, with respect to the Register-to-Open initiative of the Lagos State government, we hereby confirm that all religious and social centres (social clubs, event centres, restaurants, bars, night clubs, spas, cinemas and gyms) within the state can commence the registration process on the designated portal immediately.”
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