President Muhammadu Buhari has said churches and mosques in FCT, Lagos and Ogun states remain closed despite the gradual easing of the lockdown on the states from May 4.

He made this known on Monday night during an address to the nation. He said :

“The restrictions on social and religious gatherings shall remain in place.

“I will also recognise the support we have received from our traditional rulers, the Christian Association of Nigeria, the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and other prominent religious and community leaders. Your cooperation and support have significantly contributed to the successes we have recorded to date.

“I will urge you all to please continue to create awareness on the seriousness of the coronavirus among your worshippers and communities while appealing that they strictly comply with public health advisories.”