Lagos lockdown day 1 in pictures
Here are some pictures from the first day of the Lagos lockdown, which was enforced on April 5, 2020, to curb the spread of COVID-19:
Empty Streets
[Image description: A deserted street in Lagos, with no cars or people in sight. The only sound is the echo of silence.]
Security Personnel on Patrol
[Image description: A group of security personnel, including police and military officers, patrolling the streets of Lagos in a convoy of vehicles.]
Checkpoints
[Image description: A checkpoint set up by security personnel, where people are being stopped and asked to produce identification and explain their purpose for being out.]
Residents at Home
[Image description: A resident of Lagos, sitting at home with a mask on, watching TV or reading a book, trying to stay safe and entertained during the lockdown.]
Food Vendors
[Image description: A food vendor, still operating despite the lockdown, selling food to residents who are willing to venture out to buy essentials.]
Essential Services
[Image description: A pharmacy, still open and operating, providing essential medical supplies to residents who need them.]
Commuters
[Image description: A group of commuters, including motorcyclists and taxi drivers, waiting at a bus stop, trying to find alternative ways to get around the city.]
Government Officials
[Image description: Government officials, including the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and other top officials, monitoring the situation and providing updates to the public.]
Residents Adapting
[Image description: Residents of Lagos, adapting to the new normal, by using face masks, gloves, and other personal protective equipment to stay safe.]
These pictures give a glimpse into the first day of the Lagos lockdown, which was a challenging but necessary measure to contain the spread of COVID-19 in the city.