Anambra Government Shuts Onitsha Main Market for One Week Over Monday Sit-at-Home Disruptions

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The Anambra State Government has ordered the one-week closure of the Onitsha Main Market, citing what it described as sustained economic sabotage arising from the continued observance of the Monday sit-at-home practice.

The state government announced that the sanction will henceforth apply to any market in Anambra State found closing operations on Mondays, stressing that the policy is aimed at safeguarding livelihoods and restoring full economic activity across the state.

According to the government, the sit-at-home practice has caused prolonged disruption to commercial activities, hurting traders, businesses, and the wider economy. Officials emphasized that the decision to shut the market was taken after careful consideration and in the interest of the people.

“No individual or group has the right to shut down the lives and livelihoods of the people of Anambra,” the government stated, warning that further acts of economic disruption will no longer be tolerated.

The government urged traders, market leaders, and business owners to ignore calls enforcing sit-at-home orders and resume business as usual, assuring them of improved security measures to protect lives and property.

Authorities also warned individuals or groups allegedly aiding or enforcing the practice that decisive action will be taken against them. The government reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safety, restoring confidence, and maintaining law and order across the state.

Residents of Anambra were encouraged to continue their daily activities without fear, as the government pledged to keep the state open for business and attractive to investors.

The move underscores the administration’s resolve to position Anambra as a leading commercial hub while pushing back against activities it considers detrimental to economic growth and stability.