The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has directed the reopening of markets on selected days in the state.
He spoke during a televised press conference on Wednesday.
The Governorโs Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile, in a series of tweets, said the governor also ordered that schools should remain closed.
He tweeted,ย โEateries and restaurants to open between 9 am -3 pm and are to do only takeout. No eat in. Also, 9 am โ 3pm only! Take note! Must wear gloves and masks. Markets to open from 9am to 3pm on selected days.โ
He also instructed that entertainment centres within private estates be closed for two weeks starting from May 4.
โAll entertainment centres including gyms, spa, recreational facilities inside private estates are to remain closed for two weeks post lockdown in Lagos. This would be reviewed after two weeks,โ he added.
Sanwo-Olu also said tricycle operators must only take two passengers in areas where they are allowed to operate.
โCommercial motorcycle operation (Okada) is also suspended across the state during the period of lockdown while tricycles (Keke Napep) is limited to two passengers only.
โAll commuters to wear masks and gloves. Handwashing equipment and thermometers must be provided. Buses to load 60 per cent capacity. No standing.โ
He also said only 20 people are allowed to attend a funeral.
โFunerals are permitted. Only 20 people permitted and that includes the officiating ministers and Imams. No party to follow it,โ the governor added.
Gov. @jidesanwoolu suspends Okada operations across Lagos, announces new measures to ease lockdown
.* imposes dusk to dawn curfew
* Businesses, markets, malls get 6-hour operation time pic.twitter.com/hSvpu5aAR5— Gboyega Akosile (@gboyegaakosile) April 29, 2020
Source: Punch Onlineย
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