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Aderonke Ademefunade
6 hours ago
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Onitsha Main Market Finally Reopens Today After Soludo Shutdown
On February 2, 2026, Onitsha Main Market — one of Nigeria's biggest commercial hubs — officially reopened its gates after a one-week temporary shutdown ordered by Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo.
The closure came as punishment for traders' continued observance of Monday "sit-at-home" orders (linked to regional security and IPOB issues), costing the state billions in lost revenue weekly. Governor Soludo had warned of stricter measures if markets stayed shut on Mondays, but today marks a return to normalcy — with security assurances from the state.
In this exclusive morning footage:
Traders and shoppers gradually returning to shops and stalls
Busy walkways with people carrying goods and opening up for business
Signs of life in the usually packed market sections
Some areas still quieter than usual, showing hesitation from fear or uncertainty
Is this a big win for Soludo against sit-at-home enforcers, or just partial compliance?
Credit: Kingsley34
