![]() ![]() The government had directed churches not to hold the crossover services in view of the rising cases of COVID-19 in the country and the need to curtail the spread. The warning came against the statement of the state branch of CAN directing churches to hold the crossover vigil because the body was not consulted before the government banned it. It warned that violators would face consequences of their actions. However, the face-off between the church and states continued yesterday as the Ondo State Government talked tough on its directive banning crossover vigil on December 31. Ondo Squares up to CAN, Insists on Curfew Enforcement Very soon, the pandemic will become history and we will return to our usual routine services in Jesus’ name,” he stated. It is a passing phase and this too shall pass away in Jesus Name. to enable worshippers to return home on time. “In those states, services should be closed about 10:30p.m. “The CAN advises that where the government places an embargo on the crossover night service, churches may meet earlier to praise and give God praises for the gift of life despite the pandemic and to place their requests for 2021 before God. “We, however, urged you all to abide by the directives of each state government on this so as to prevent the spread of the infection,” he said.Īccording to him, there is no sacrifice too much to end the pandemic once and for all. ![]() ![]() “We understand the unfortunate state COVID-19 infection has put everybody world over, which caused some state governments to place total ban on crossover night service and we are not happy that we would not be able to enter into the new year prayerfully in joint fellowship with our brothers and sisters. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) yesterday urged churches to comply with all government regulations to combat the spread of COVID-19 while conducting their crossover services.Īgainst the backdrop of the controversy between churches and the association on the duration of crossover vigil, the association directed its members to close up shop by 11pm.ĬAN President, Rev Samson Ayokunle, in a statement, said the advice was necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection. Osun bows to pressure, relaxes regulations. ![]()
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