Anambra Governor Orders Closure of Onitsha Market to End Sit-at-Home

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has ordered the immediate closure of Onitsha Main Market to combat the sit-at-home directive, which has been described as economic sabotage. The shutdown, effective immediately, is intended to last for one week.

The decision follows continued non-compliance by traders with the illegal sit-at-home order on Mondays, despite repeated warnings from the state government. Failure to fully reopen the market by the next Monday could result in an extended shutdown of up to one month.

The government aims to restore law and order to ensure economic stability. Security agencies have been placed on alert to enforce compliance and protect traders.

The reopening of Onitsha Main Market will significantly impact Anambra State's economic outlook in the coming week.