[BREAKING] COVID-19: Buhari Extends Lockdown For 14 Days In Abuja, Lagos, FCT

The President, Muhammadu Buhari has extended the lockdown declared in Abuja as well as Lagos and Ogun States for another 14 days.

He declared this statement in a nationwide broadcast on Monday.

He further stated that the decision to extend the initial 14- day lockdown was taken “having carefully considered the briefings and report from the Presidential Task Force and the various  options offered . ”

“It has become necessary to extend the current restriction of movement in Lagos and Ogun States as well as the FCT for another 14 days effective from 11:59 pm on Monday, 13th of April, 2020.

“I am therefore once again asking you all to work with Government in this fight.