Traders count losses as fire razes Anambra plumbing market
A fire at the plumbing market in Anambra has caused significant damage, leading to substantial losses for traders and property owners.
Midnight fire guts Anambra plumbing market
A destructive midnight fire in Onitsha's plumbing market resulted in significant losses for traders, but thankfully no casualties were reported.
Six police officers detained for N200,000 extortion in Anambra
Six police officers in Anambra, Nigeria, have been detained for allegedly extorting 200,000 naira from a victim after harassing him in a viral incident.
Police investigate viral claims of extortion by personnel in Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command is investigating allegations of police personnel extorting money from a victim through a PoS operator, as highlighted in a viral video.
Anambra begins demolition of illegal structures at Onitsha main market
The Onitsha North Local Government Council has launched a demolition initiative to remove illegal structures at the Onitsha Main Market to restore order according to the original master plan and enhance trading conditions.
Sit-at-home: Soludo vows Onitsha market overhaul, says 62 criminal camps destroyed
Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo announced the dismantling of 62 criminal camps in the state since his tenure began, emphasizing a commitment to improving safety.
PHOTOS: Again, Onitsha market sees normal activity as traders open on Monday
Onitsha Main Market resumed normal activities on Monday after a prolonged period of inactivity due to a sit-at-home order by the Indigenous People of Biafra.
Nigeria: Army Assures Onitsha Market Traders of Security
The Nigerian Army has assured Onitsha market traders and those in other economic centers in the South-east of their security following a week of market closures due to IPOB's sit-at-home order.
Ancient taboos must give way – Obi of Onitsha
The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, calls for the elimination of violence against women and vulnerable groups, urging an end to outdated customs that conflict with societal protection.
Army assures Onitsha traders of security
The Nigerian Army's 82 Division has assured Onitsha traders of their safety amidst heightened security efforts in the region.
NAPTIP rescues 17 trafficked victims, arrests four suspects in Anambra
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons rescued 17 victims of human trafficking and arrested four suspects during a raid in Onitsha, Anambra State, with military support.
VIDEO: Soludo visits Onitsha market as traders reopen
Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo visited the Onitsha Main Market to confirm its reopening after threatening closure due to ongoing sit-at-home practices by traders.
PHOTOS: Empty streets as Anambra residents observe sit-at-home
Anambra residents experienced empty streets as they observed a sit-at-home order from the Indigenous People of Biafra, despite the reopening of the Onitsha Main Market after a week shutdown.
VIDEO: Onitsha Market sees normal activity as many shops open on Monday
Normal business operations resumed at the Onitsha Main Market after a week's closure ordered by Governor Soludo due to non-compliance with a sit-at-home directive.
Onitsha traders reopen shops following Soludo threats
Traders at the Onitsha Main Market have resumed operations after a one-week closure due to directives from Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo amid security concerns and non-compliance with Indigenous People of Biafra sit-at-home orders.