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Sanwo-Olu announces new measures to ease lockdown in Lagos.

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 Governorโ€™s Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile, in a series of tweets, said the governor also ordered that schools should remain closed.

He tweeted,ย โ€œEateries 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.

โ€œAll 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.

โ€œCommercial motorcycle operation (Okada) is also suspended across the state during the period of lockdown while tricycles (Keke Napep) is limited to two passengers only.

โ€œAll 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.

โ€œFunerals are permitted. Only 20 people permitted and that includes the officiating ministers and Imams. No party to follow it,โ€ the governor added.

Source: Punch Onlineย 

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