Lagos government extends market hours operation

The Lagos State government has extended the hours of operations of both food markets and non-food markets across the state.

The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Mr Gboyega Akosile, said the decision was to further enhance trade and commerce and mitigate the hardship of COVID-19 pandemic.

Akosile made this known on Sunday, August 16 via his Twitter handle.

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He said markets have been permitted to open by 8 am and close at 6 pm.

He explained that the announcement was made in a statement by the Commissioner for Local Government and Community Affairs in the state, Dr Wale Ahmed.

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Dr Ahmed, he said, emphasised that the alternate days of operations remain in force.

Daily Times reports that food markets in Lagos are to open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, while non-food markets open will open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

He urged all traders to adhere strictly to the COVID-19 protocols for their safety and that of the residents at large.