The Anambra State government has taken action by sealing several shops at the Building Materials Market in Ogidi and the Electrical Parts Market in Obosi for two weeks. This decision stems from the traders' failure to adhere to the governor's directive to open markets on Monday, which was part of an effort to restore normalcy and bolster economic activities in the area. The closure of the shops was confirmed following an observation by Chief Evarist Uba, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Markets, during a monitoring exercise on the compliance with the market opening directives.

Chief Uba emphasized that the sealing of the shops was necessary to ensure that economic activities return to normal and to encourage compliance among traders across the state. He acknowledged and praised those traders who did open their businesses on Monday, particularly at the Obosi Electrical Parts Dealers Market, highlighting that the government is committed to observing and improving the level of adherence to its policies.

The implications of this action by the Anambra government resonate with the ongoing challenges regarding market operations during sit-at-home orders linked to regional protests. By enforcing such measures, the state aims to counteract disruptions in local commerce, signaling the administration's stance on prioritizing economic stability while navigating the complex socio-political landscape in the area.