COVID-19: Hold burials with just 100 persons – Akufo-Addo
Private burials held across the country can now allow a maximum of 100 persons instead of 25, President Akufo-Addo has said.
This follows the announcement of the easing of restrictions imposed on the country by the President to prevent further spread of the deadly COVID-19.
Addressing the nation on Sunday, 31 May 2020, Nana Akufo-Addo indicated: “Private burials, now with a maximum of one hundred (100) persons, can continue to be performed.”
Sporting events and festivals, however, remain suspended until Friday, 31 July 2020,”
“I have, by Executive Instrument, provided for these new directions, and extended the suspension of the remaining public gatherings, as set out in E.I. 64 of 15th March, until 31st July,” President Akufo-Addo stated.
He further explained that: “In here, I refer to the suspension of sporting events, nightclubs, cinemas, drinking spots, bars, beaches, festivals, funerals, political rallies, and large religious gatherings such as crusades, pilgrimages and conventions.”
Meanwhile, the ban on religious gatherings has been lifted effective Friday, 5 June 2020 under strict control measures.
Worshippers have been limited to a maximum of 100 people with services not exceeding one hour.
In addition to that, religious leaders must enforce the wearing of facemasks, mandatory handwashing and provide a register of all attendants for easier contact-tracing.
Source: classfmonline.com
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