Lagos may extend lockdown, says Sanwo-Olu

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the ongoing lockdown in the state might be extended beyond 14 days “if there is a need”.

President Muhammadu Buhari had ordered a 14-day lockdown in Lagos, Ogun and Abuja to check the spread of coronavirus.

Some residents have been complaining about hardship, asking the government to review the restriction.

But speaking at a press briefing on Saturday, Sanwo-Olu said the situation of things would determine if the lockdown would be extended.

He said if there is need for extending it, he would liaise with the federal government.

“This is just day five. So, in the first 14 days, we still have about eight or nine days to go,” he said.

“So, I’m sure that it’s something that all of us, including the federal authorities will be reviewing. The lockdown was not only a directive of the governor; it was a national decision and it has national backing. So, if there is a need to extend, I can assure you that we will make the call.”

– The Cable