Lockdown: Oyo, Anambra Relax Curfew

Amid the lockdown directives imposed in different states to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic, Oyo and Anambra state governments have ordered the relaxation of curfews in the states adding that residents can now resume some of their suspended activities.

In the light of this, the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde who disclosed this during a press meeting at the Government house Agodi, Ibadan said civil servants from level 13 and above in the state are to resume duty on Monday and only one entrance to the state secretariat would be opened in the meantime.

He added that food canteens in the secretariat would remain closed and visitors should not be allowed to the secretariat.

He said, “only markets that meet up with the guidelines would be allowed to reopen"

“The state secretariat will be reopened on Monday. Only civil servants at level 13 and above with separate offices will resume. All meetings will be held online. No visitors are allowed except when absolutely necessary.

“There will be hand washing facilities in strategic locations around the secretariat. Posters and banners will be inconspicuous places around the secretariat.

Similarly, Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano stated in a broadcast that the lockdown imposed on the state is however removed and activities are to commence fully.

Obiano added that worshippers must wear face masks and observe the World Health Organisation’s guidelines during worship.

“With regards to religious groups, leaders of the church should ensure that worshippers comply with the standards protocols of COVID-19 which includes wearing of face masks to church, use of hand sanitiser, social distancing and regular washing of hands.

“Church leaders should decide how best to conduct mass and service in strict adherence to the principles of social distancing to ensure that worshippers are not endangered. Please note that there should be no crusades and vigils for the time being,” he said.