COVID-19: FG removes midnight curfew, lifts restrictions

The Federal Government has lifted COVID-19 restrictions put in place across the country.

This was disclosed in a statement by the Presidential Steering Committee on COVID-19 on Wednesday.

Part of this include the removal of the midnight curfew which was announced in 2020.

According to the statement, the restrictions were removed due to the reduction in COVID-19 cases in the country.

“The removal of restrictions was decided in view of the declining number of cases, reduced risk of importation of new variants as well as the availability of vaccines.

“The nationwide curfew imposed from midnight to 04:00 am has been lifted. Advisory limiting Nigerians to essential travels only has been lifted.

“Use of face mask to be mandatory for indoor activities but at individual’s discretion during outdoor activities,” part of the statement read.

“No limitation on air travels – both domestic and international flights; Both international and domestic travelers must abide by all existing protocols including the use of face mask while on board and taking personal precautionary measures; and no limitations on inter or intra-state travel.

“However it is advisable to continue measures that will reduce congestion in office spaces such as virtual meetings, working from home or on-and-off days.

“Limitation on number of persons and 50% limit on persons attending religious gatherings is lifted. Face masks must continue to be used in all indoor religious gatherings.

“All recreational venues, gyms and indoor sports facilities are allowed to open at 50% capacity.

“Limitation on the number of persons attending informal and formal festivity events including weddings, conferences, congresses, office parties, seminars, end of year events has been lifted”