The Lagos State Government has condemned the attack on members of the COVID-19 Task Force, by some worshippers at the Agege Central Mosque in the state.

Speaking on the incident, the General Manager of Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, DOLAPO FASHAWE, who condemned the attack, and described it as barbaric and uncalled for.

FASHAWE said that the agency has been enjoying support and compliance from religious houses and was surprised that the congregation of the mosque could default and also attack government officials trying to enforce compliance.

She said that the state government remained committed to protecting all residents hence would not hesitate to sanction violators, as it would serve as deterrent to others.