Tag: Churches Reopen

COVID-19: Low turnout as Lagos churches reopen after 4-month closure

Ishaku Yohanna

As the Lagos State Government lifts the restriction on the religious activities, some churches within Lagos metropolis were greeted with low attendance amidst strict compliance with the COVID-19 protocols. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Federal Government, had on March 15, instituted lockdown measures and banned public gatherings while religious places were sealed as a precautionary move against the spread of COVID-19. However, tougher lockdown measures was imposed in Lagos, Ogun and Abuja given their status as the epicenter of the COVID-19 in Nigeria which later resulted…

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COVID-19: Rwanda reopens Churches after four months

Ishaku Yohanna

Rwanda has allowed Churches to reopen but with strict conditions meant to limit the spread of Coronavirus, according to a statement by the Prime Minister’s office. Churchgoers will now have to be registered at the entrance, while maintaining 1.5metre distance and must wear masks.  Also, congregants must not give offerings in cash, while children under the age of 12 will not be allowed in. Churches and schools were ordered shut across the country on 14 March, hours after the first case of Covid-19 was reported. Schools will however remain closed…

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