The Christian
Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed its confidence that the ban on
religious gatherings in the country could end by the first Sunday of June.
This was contained in a
statement signed by CAN President, Rev Samson Ayokunle.
Ayokunle noted that
they have been in talks with the federal government over the measures to be put
in place.
“We are in discussions
with the Federal Government and are drawing the guidelines that churches would
follow in order not to endanger the life of any worshipper and equally prevent
COVID-19 infection,” part of the statement read.
It added: “We are
hopeful that latest by the first Sunday in June, all our churches would open
again for congregational worship under COVID-19 prevention regulations. As I
said before, we are consulting with the government on this.”
Ayokunle also urged the
government not to have any fear in reopening religious centres, as they are
more organized than markets and banks.
Meanwhile, churches and
mosques have remained closed for over eight weeks now, following thr intrution
of covid-19 in the country.
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