Gov. Sanwo-Olu Cancels Proposed Peace Walk Due To Rising Case Of Omicron Variant

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has canceled the proposed peace walk in the state due to the rising case of Omicron variant across the country. The governor shared the news in a statement noting that they have recorded an increasing number of cases associated with the Omicron variant of this pandemic.

The statement read: “Between Tuesday 30, November 2021 that I made my address and now, we have seen a significant rise in cases associated with the Omicron variant of this pandemic. Given this development, I am constrained to stand down all preparations for the Walk for Peace. I will not endanger the life of any Lagosian in my sincere search for peace.

I am overwhelmed by the outpouring of support the initiative received from far and near. The deluge of support is, however, indicative of one thing: our people know the strategic place of peace to our quest for development,” the governor said.
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