Should places of worship remain open?
14 August 2020 |
8:21 pm
The announcement of the reopening of worship centres has been greeted with mixed reactions due to the continuous increase in the number of COVID-19 cases across Nigeria
While some worship centres have embraced the announcement, others have decided against reopening, looking to continue their virtual services.
So, will you be one of those worshipping at home or one of those doing so at a public place of worship?
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