In a
statement signed by Mr Christian Ita, the Special Adviser on Media and
Publicity to the Governor, the order lifting the suspension will take effect
from Sunday, May 24, 2020.
Governor Ben
Ayade of Cross River has lifted the suspension on public worship centres in the
state.
Ayade said
conscious of the spiritual economy and in response to appeals by religious
leaders in the state, lifting the suspension on public worship became
necessary.
“The order
suspending public worship in the state is hereby lifted with effect from
Sunday, May 24, 2020.
“Consequently,
starting from Sunday, May 24, 2020, church services are permitted but should be
limited to the sitting capacity of the church, the same applies to mosques.
“Use of face
masks is compulsory for all worshipers, churches and mosques should provide
buckets for hand washing, or sanitisers.
“Churches and
mosques are hereby advised to strictly adhere to the instructions as the
enforcement team will still go around to check compliance,” he said.
He added that
the understanding and cooperation of religious leaders contributed immensely in
keeping the state COVID-19 free thus far.
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