Governor Gboyega Oyetola of Osun on Wednesday ordered partial reopening of worship centres in the state for two weeks.
Oyetola, in a meeting held with Christian and Muslim religious leaders in Osogbo, said the decision to reopen worship centers partially was in response to the leaders’ request.
He also said that the reopening was due to Federal Government resolve to lift ban on religious activities.
The governor said the state government had prepared guidelines that must be followed to forestall possible spread of the virus as a result of the reopening of worship centres.
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Oyetola said further actions by the government would be determined by the effect of compliance level to the guidelines by churches and mosques during the two-week period.
He also said that only regular church services of not more than one hour and maximum of two services would be allowed.
”Jumat service including khutbah (Gov Oyetola Orders Reopening Of Worship Centres In Osunnd worshippers of best hygiene practices to be observed,” the governor said.
He also mandated churches and mosques to provide thermometers to check temperature of worshippers, adding that whoever has high temperature should not be allowed into the worship centres.
The governor added that vigils and children activities remain suspended, and that worship centres with support of security operatives should set up taskforce to enforce compliance with measures put in place by the government.
He, however, appreciated the leadership of both religions for their cooperation and understanding since the lockdown began in the state.
“We seek your continued cooperation so that we can together save our people from this deadly outbreak,” the governor said.
