Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu held a virtual meeting with Religious Leaders, as part of efforts towards containing the spread of Corona-virus in Lagos today 18 May, 2020.
Governor Sanwo-Olu informed Religious Leaders that the infection and transmission of the virus is now spreading at the Community level, hence the urgent need to sensitize religious leaders due to their followers in the State, either as Christians or Muslims.
The Governor reiterated that the “0 – Congregation” stance of Government for religious worship centers is still in force to ensure physical distancing, assuring that all hands must be on deck to do more sensitization and monitoring to complement government efforts.
Sanwo-Olu, therefore, called for continued support and prayers of the Religious Leaders to successfully navigate this perilous period.
In his contribution, the Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Lagos State Branch, Apostle Alexander Bamgbola, thanked the Governor for being proactive, dogged and pragmatic in his approach to the situation which, he believes, has saved so many lives.
He promised that the Christian leaders in the State will continue to support the efforts of the State Government in sensitizing and enlightening their followers on the COVID-19 pandemic.
Speaking on behalf of the Islamic and Muslim leaders, the Grand Chief Imam of Lagos, Sheik Suleiman Abu-Nolla, described this period as a time of collective survival when the Government and religious leaders must work hand-in-hand to ensure the survival of all.
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