The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has given dates for Mosques and Churches to reopen for worship in the State with some guidelines. Lagos Governor made this known while briefing the people of the State on Thursday, 4th of June, 2020. Sanwo-Olu hinted that security personnel will be going round to monitor how these
Churches, mosques remain closed in Lagos – Govt
The Lagos State Government has ruled out the immediate reopening of churches and mosques in the state. The Commissioner for Home Affairs, Prince Anofiu Elegushi, said on Tuesday that Lagos being the epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic would not reopen worship centres until there is a “clear coast for the state to do so”. He
Churches, Mosques set to open as Buhari and Governors strike a deal
There were indications on Friday that President Muhammadu Buhari and state governors reached a five-point agreement on containing the coronavirus disease while easing the lockdown nationwide. It was learnt that the deal addressed the apprehension of some governors on the observance of Sallah prayers and reopening of worship centres. A major thrust of the agreement
Churches And Mosques To Start Paying Taxes In Lagos
Religious organisations such as mosques, churches will now start paying taxes in Lagos.A bill that would review the land use charge in Lagos state has gone through second reading on the floor of the state House of Assembly during plenary on Thursday, December 28. The law tagged: “A Bill for A Law To Repeal