Anambra Governor Threatens Market Closure Over Non-Compliance

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has issued a strong warning to traders in Onitsha's main market, threatening closure and demolition if they do not adhere to his order to shut down the market.

Soludo emphasized that the continued operation of the market amidst his directive amounts to economic sabotage and poses security risks. The governor's decision stems from the refusal of traders to comply with a sit-at-home order issued on Mondays.

This directive is believed to be linked to the 2021 protests following the arrest of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Soludo highlighted the economic impact of the market closure, mentioning a loss in revenue for the state.

He also accused politicians of attempting to sabotage the state for political gain. The governor emphasized that the market closure is non-negotiable and warned traders against defying the directive.