Latest news in nigeria: Nigeria lifts ban on religious gatherings

Latest news in nigeria

Nigeria lifts ban on religious gatherings

Muhammadu Buhari

In Abuja - Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the long waiting relaxation of the restriction placed on worship centres across the Nation as part of measures to limit the spread of COVID-19.

This was made known by The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Presidential Task Force on COVID-19. Boss Mustapha, at the daily briefing on Monday.

The relaxation  will last for a period of four weeks, will take effect from June 2 to June 29 2020.

During the briefing the Presidential Task Force said decision will be reviewed on the four weeks relaxation.

Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will OOOOOOexperienOmild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. 

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), The best way to prevent and slow down transmission is be well informed about the COVID-19 virus, the disease it causes and how it spreads. Protect yourself and others from infection by washing your hands or using an alcohol based rub frequently and not touching your face. 

The COVID-19 virus spreads primarily through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose when an infected person coughs or sneezes, so it’s important that you also practice respiratory etiquette (for example, by coughing into a flexed elbow).

At this time, there are no specific vaccines or treatments for COVID-19. However, there are many ongoing clinical trials evaluating potential treatments. WHO will continue to provide updated information as soon as clinical findings become available.