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Sanwo-Olu orders full reopening of markets in Lagos
BY NICHOLAS ABE
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the full reopening of markets in the state.
With this, both food and non-food markets are now to open daily. #ForAGreaterLagos
Markets in the state had been shut down as part of measures to check the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision was later reviewed, allowing traders to operate three days a week – Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
In a statement announcing this, the Commissioner for Local Government and Community Affairs, Dr Wale Ahmed, said Sanwo-Olu took the decision to further enhance trade and commerce as well as mitigate the hardship of recent times and ensure that Lagosians can recover fast.
Ahmed pointed out that the governor also advised the continued observance of all safety protocols. He noted that traders and their customers must adhere strictly to the covid 19 protocols for their safety and the citizenry at large. #LASG
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