The governor declared that if the government discovers that any of the religious centres is not complying or adhering to the laid down protocols, it will not hesitate to close down the centre.
“Let me inform our people of the two major issues that have been in view for some months: reopening of worship centres and schools. 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.
“Let me reassure all the people of Ogun State that we will continue to do all that we can to flatten the curve of COVID 19 in our dear State. We are committed to doing the needful as a Government to help all the people of Ogun State to adapt to this new life pending the time that the scourge will be over.
There should be adequate medical support for sick persons; all services on Friday/Sunday and other week days must adhere strictly to COVID-19 Guidelines; there should be pre-designated standing position/sitting positions to ensure not less than two meters spacing; Provision of isolation rooms is mandatory in all worship centres or facilities; religious services and events should be recorded with digital camera for record purposes; worship centres and facilities with more than 200 worshippers in a given service must seek further clearance with the State Government; at all times, there should be effective entry and exit management procedures in each of the worship centres; and administration of Holy Communion should be devoid of sharing of any item and...
“We want to enjoin all stakeholders, particularly the school administrators, teachers looking forward to the commencement of, parents, guardians to ensure that the safety of the children is paramount and all laid down COVID-19 Protocols are adhered to. I wish all our students in Ogun State writing the examination the very best of luck,” he said.
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