Anambra Government Orders Reopening of Onitsha Market, Ends Sit-at-Home Order

The Anambra State Government has directed the full reopening of Onitsha Main Market following the expiration of the closure order that was imposed earlier. The decision to reopen the market was made to allow commercial activities to resume immediately and mark the end of the sit-at-home restrictions that affected trade.

The closure was initially enforced due to security concerns, but the government has now lifted the order to restore normal economic life and ease the hardships faced by traders and residents. The Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, confirmed the end of the market closure, with traders expected to resume work on Monday.

The government has emphasized the need for adequate security measures and encouraged the public to report any security concerns. Civil servants and teachers have been reminded that the pro rata salary system remains in force, emphasizing that no work on Mondays will result in no pay.

Security agencies have been deployed across major markets and public areas in Onitsha to ensure peace and the smooth return of business activities.