Katsina State Government lifted the suspension of Friday Jumat Service which is a normal religious practice across the country.
The suspension was for a duration in order to curtail the spread of coronavirus in the country.
Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari lifted the suspension.
President Muhammadu Buhari had placed a ban on religious gathering and meetings of more than 20 individuals as it preaches against social distancing across the country.
“Following a meeting held today between the Katsina State government, religious leaders, traditional rulers and security agents to review measures taken by the government to prevent spread of Covid 19 in the state”.
The Jumat services is to be conducted under strict rules, stipulated health and security guidelines.
“The Jumat is meant to avoid prolonged sermons and make the prayers btief..
“People are also strongly advised to maintain social distancing and adhere strictly to all the rules and regulations provided by health experts in preventing Covid 19 he said.
The Katsina government had banned religious gathering two weeks ago.
An imam was arrested shortly after for flouting the directive and this caused youths in the state to rampage, attack and burn down a police station.
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