Cross River State Governor Ben Ayade has urged religious leaders in the state to respect the 10pm to 6am curfew in place in the state as churches hold cross-over services on December 31, 2020.
A statement by Mr Ayade’s senior aide on religious matters Bob Etta on Monday also urged church leaders to maintain COVID-19 protocols while holding the services.
Part of the statement reads: “Conscious of the recent rise in number of cases of COVID-19 in the country, and the need to maintain the improved security situation in the state, Governor of Cross River State, Ben Ayade, has directed thus:
“The present curfew between 10:00pm – 6:00am is still in place.
“Churches should fix their Cross Over services within the time permitted.
“Churches should enforce the laid down protocols for COVID-19 – wearing of face masks in public worship, washing of hands, and use of hand sanitiser.
“Together, we have a responsibility to keep our state safe, and protect our families.”
A number of states including Lagos, Ogun, and Osun have issued similar directives as the country battles the second wave of the pandemic.
