President Muhamadu
Buhari has paid tribute to traditional rulers, the Christian Association of
Nigeria, the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, and other prominent
religious and community leaders for their support in the fight against
coronavirus in Nigeria.
According to Buhari,
their cooperation and support have significantly contributed to the successes
Nigeria has recorded so far in controlling the spread of COVID-19.
The president made
this known during a live broadcast on Monday.
He said: “I will
also recognize the support we have received from our traditional rulers, the
Christian Association of Nigeria, the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic
Affairs and other prominent religious and community leaders.
“Your cooperation
and support have significantly contributed to the successes we have recorded to
date.
“I will urge you all
to please continue to create awareness on the seriousness of the coronavirus
among your worshippers and communities while appealing that they strictly
comply with public health advisories.”
Buhari had earlier
eased the lockdown in Abuja, Lagos and Ogun States.
Nigeria currently
has 1,337 cases and has recorded 40 deaths.
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