The enforcement of President MUHAMMADU BUHARI’s lockdown order, restricting movements in Lagos and Abuja has taken effect.

Security officials were at major roads in Lagos state to ensure full compliance with the directive meant to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.

On Lagos Ibadan expressway, there was traffic on both sides as security operatives mounted barricades to check vehicular movements.

Policemen had earlier blocked the expressway, restricting access into the state following the President’s directive on cessation of all movements in Lagos and Abuja to curb the outbreak of the virus.