Nigeria, April 1 -- Although major roads and streets in Lagos remained deserted on Wednesday, the second day of the lockdown imposed by President Muhammadu Buhari, many youth found ways to entertain themselves.

During a nationwide broadcast on Sunday night, the president had ordered the restriction of movement in Lagos, Abuja, and Ogun states to curtail the spread of the deadly coronavirus.

Despite the stay-at-home order and plea for social distancing, some Lagos residents are ignoring the call.

PREMIUM TIMES' visit to some areas in the metropolis showed some youth still engaging in sporting activities that involved body contact, such as football and boxing.

At Ekoro junction at Abule Egba, several people were seen playing football on...