The Ogun state government has announced restriction of movement from 10 pm to 6 am daily for two days starting from today (30th September 2020) through Friday (2nd October 2020).

In a press statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Kunle Somorin, the state government says this is part of the safety measures to ensure that the 60th independence is celebrated in an atmosphere of peace and security

“Other measures included, Restriction of operations of commercial motorcycle riders, popularly called Okada, from all major roads in the state from 10.pm tonight (Thursday) all through to 6.00 am on Friday,” he said

“The Operations of all commercial buses are also suspended from 10.00 pm tonight till Friday morning.

“Taxicabs are permitted to operate within the hours outside the daily curfew period while the number of passengers remains limited to a maximum of three only.

“All forms of gathering in the state, except the State, announced Independence Day Anniversary programme, are restricted to a maximum of 20 persons from 10.00 pm tonight till 6.00 am on Friday no procession whatsoever is allowed.

“Owners and operators of hotels, suites guest houses, motels, and such establishments providing accommodation should note that the restriction on operations has not been lifted.

“All residents are to monitor and report any suspicious movements and activities in their neighbourhood to the security agencies.

“The Police, military and all security agencies have been directed by His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, to enforce these measures”, he added.

Governor Abiodun reassured residents that the Government is committed to the security of lives and property before, during and after the 60th Independence Anniversary in the State.

“He congratulates all Nigerians and citizens of Ogun State in particular on this auspicious occasion and strongly advises that they should celebrate quietly at home and pray for the country,” the statement concluded.

Meanwhile, the state government has opted for a low-key independence celebration as the event for the celebration slated for the cultural centre in the state capital has been shifted to the arcade ground of the governor’s office

The statement added that it has become imperative in order to ensure safety protocols against the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to ensure public safety and security admission to the event is strictly by invitation while guests are enjoined to adhere strictly to COVID -19 safety protocols.