Osun State Government on Wednesday announced a daily dusk-to-dawn curfew from 10:00 pm till 5:00 am and banned until further notice vigils and crusades.
The directives were contained in a new set of guidelines to enforce non-pharmaceutical safety protocols against coronavirus signed by the Secretary to State Government, Prince Wole Oyebamiji.
The government explained that spike in the number of people who have tested positive for Covid-19 in the state had made it necessary for introduction of measures to protect the residents.
In the new guidelines, the government also banned social events unless with approval from the state, adding that even with the approval, no gathering should have more than 50 participants.
The guidelines further read in parts, “No religious gatherings should exceed two hours per time of gathering. Vigils and crusades are banned till further notice. Religious organisations should operate at only 30 percent capacity of their space.
“Parents and guardians should continue to ensure their children and wards comply with the safety protocols against Covid-19, especially the use of nose mask/face shield and regular washing of their hands. Children must also be cautioned against unsafe practices such as shaking hands, hugging, sharing of materials and personal effects, visiting crowded spaces, etc.
“No motorcycle can carry more than two people, including the rider. No mini-bus (korope) can carry more than five people, including the driver.
