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Breaking: Cross Rivers State Govt Declares Curfew On Cross-Over Services Day, 10pm To 6am.

Thompson Nsisongabasi

Dec 29, 2020

Cross-over Services: 10pm to 6am curfew still active.

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ÔÇîThe Cross River State Government has urged religious leaders in the state to respect the 10pm to 6am curfew in place in the state as churches hold Cross-over Services on December 31, 2020.

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This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by Bob Etta, the Senior Special Adviser on Religious Matters to Governor Ben Ayade.

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The statement was titled, 'Dec 31st Cross Over Vigil Service'.

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It partly read, "Conscious of the recent rise in number of cases of COVID-19 in the country, and the need to maintain the improved security situation in the state, Governor of Cross River State, Ben Ayade, has directed thus:

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"The present curfew between 10:00pm - 6:00am is still in place.

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"Churches should fix their Cross Over services within the time permitted.

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"Churches should enforce the laid down protocols for COVID-19 - wearing of face masks in public worship, washing of hands, and use of hand sanitiser.

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"Together, we have a responsibility to keep our state safe, and protect our families."

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A number of states including Lagos, Ogun, and Osun have issued similar directive as the country battles the second wave of the pandemic.

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— Thompson Nsisongabasi

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