Ogun Govt Reopens Churches, Mosques

– Ogun government announced the reopening of worship centres

– The Governor of the State confirmed this in a statement today, August 14

– The reopening is subjected to the COVID-19 guidelines 

The Ogun state government has ordered churches and mosques in the state to be reopened.

This was disclosed by the State Governor, Dapo Abiodun on Friday, August 14, in a statement while giving an update on the efforts of the government in combating the COVID-19 pandemic in the state.

Abiodun stated that his decision was based on thorough deliberation, consideration and resolution with stakeholders.

He said, “After thorough deliberation, consideration and resolution, we decided to reopen the worship centres with effect from Friday 14th August, 2020 as indicated in my last address.

“This decision was made in line with an agreement reached by the committee set up to develop guidelines for reopening of the religious centres.

“The Committee includes the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN); the League of Imams and Alfas and Government representatives.

“I am delighted to note that reports reaching us indicate varying but encouraging level of preparedness by the Worship Centres.

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“Therefore, today, Friday, 14th August is hereby confirmed for the commencement of operations of the Worship Centres, subject to the guidelines.”

He urged all stakeholders to comply with the agreed guidelines with a view to further flattening the curve of the pandemic.

Regarding social gathering, the Governor said only 20 people are expected at any form of gathering.

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