By Our Correspondent
The APGA Media Warriors Forum has dismissed claims that Governor Chukwuma Soludo is selective in the enforcement of the ban on the illegal Monday sit-at-home order in Anambra State, describing the allegation as false and misleading.
The group stated this in a release issued on Thursday by its National Coordinator, Evangelist Chinedu Obigwe.
According to the statement, the accusation that the governor deliberately targeted Onitsha Main Market in the enforcement of the ban was described as “balderdash,” noting that circulars were issued to all relevant government institutions and markets across the state directing a return to normal commercial and official activities on Mondays.
Obigwe explained that Governor Soludo’s visit to Onitsha Main Market last Monday was aimed at assessing the level of compliance with the lawful directive and not to single out the market for punitive action.
“The outcome of that visit revealed that some traders were still normalising an abnormal situation by observing the illegal sit-at-home order, which necessitated corrective measures,” the statement said.
The forum maintained that the governor’s decision to temporarily close the market was taken in defence of the long-term interest of traders and residents of the state, adding that no responsible government would fold its arms and allow criminal elements to undermine lawful authority and economic stability.
It dismissed criticisms and threats against the governor over the one-week closure of Onitsha Main Market, insisting that major stakeholders in the market are in full support of the action.
According to the group, market stakeholders understand that the governor is acting in the best interest of traders and the people of Anambra State.
The APGA Media Warriors Forum described the decision to end the Monday sit-at-home order as one of Governor Soludo’s most commendable actions, urging residents to support the move rather than politicise it.
Obigwe further said, “Saying enough is enough to the Mondays sit at home is among Governor Soludo best decision and he deserves commendation not vilification for taking that decision.
“Those politicising that commendable decision hate Anambra State with passion and do not care about the future and wellbeing of the State.
“Anambra State is truly in the right hands and the people of the State will continue giving Governor Soludo the needed support because it is obvious that his administration has the best interest of the State at heart.
“Nobody loves and cares for Anambra State wellbeing more than Governor Soludo.”
The group accused those opposing the decision of lacking genuine concern for the future and wellbeing of the state, insisting that Anambra State remains in safe hands under the current administration.
It called on residents to reject the illegal Monday sit-at-home order and continue to support policies aimed at restoring normalcy and economic activities across the state.
