National Chief Imam Sheikh Usman Nuhu Sharubutu has suspended public Islamic religious activities and gathering to complement the government's measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus in the country.

According to the Chief Imam, the said suspension is in line with President Akufo-Addo's ban on all social gatherings including funerals, festivals, all religious activities, conferences and all other events that call for a mass gathering of people.

Henceforth, the Leader of the Muslim daily prayer (Salat) known as the Muezzin will announce call to prayer to commence individual prayers at various homes.

The Chief Imam in a statement noted that the restriction of public gathering is in accordance with protocols enshrined in the Quran to preserve and ensure healthy lives.

Ghana has recorded six cases of coronavirus.