Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State has ordered the closure of some markets and stores in Lagos State except markets that sell food, water, drugs, and other essential life-saving items from Thursday 26th March 2020 for 7 days.
The governor made this known at a press briefing on Covid-19. Also, read COVID-19 Alert: Lagos govt orders AMVCA7 attendees to self-isolate The governor told reporters that Lagos could not afford a total lockdown because of the economic implications but, must take measures to check the rapid spread of the pandemic.
The who also spoke in Yoruba language urge market women and Lagosians to adhere to instructions on checking the spread of the virus, he also warned that citizens who flout government orders would be dealt with severely.
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