Nigeria: Lagos Reopens Worship Centres Aug 7

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Nigeria: Lagos Reopens Worship Centres Aug 7

[Leadership] Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday ordered reopening of worship centres in the state with effect from the 7th of August, saying positivity cases of the COVID-19 pandemic has reduced in the state.

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