Richard Ginika Izuora
Governor of Anambra state, Willie Obiano, has relaxed the COVID-19 lockdown in the state.
Obiano announced this on Sunday, April 26, four weeks after it was declared as part of efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus.
He further stated that all borders of the state remain closed.
Obiano said churches were now allowed to hold activities; but all worshippers must wear face masks and observe all safety and preventive measures as prescribed by health experts.
The governor said all food and drug markets in the state should open with immediate effect.
Obiano said he would meet with the leadership of the markets in the state on April 27 on the development.
He further said the reopening of schools and the state civil service would be announced soon.
“Worshippers must wear face masks and enforce all World Health Organisation guidelines during worship, including; regular hand washing, avoiding handshakes, application of hand sanitisers, social distancing,” the governor said.
“Movements around Anambra have been relaxed, but all boundaries of the state remain closed.”