Despite Economic Crisis, Imo Government Shuts Eight Markets Ahead of President Tinubu’s Visit

Despite economic hardship, the Imo State Government has ordered the closure of eight major markets in Owerri as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit the state on Tuesday.

This directive was announced by the Commissioner for Trade, Commerce and Investment, Hon. Rex Anunobi, who stated that the closure is part of efforts to ensure a grand reception for the president. Traders from the affected markets have been instructed to come out en masse to welcome Tinubu.

The markets affected by the directive include:

Imo Relief Market (Main, Green Roof, and Plaza)

Imo Auto Market, Naze

Imo International Market, Alaba

Imo International Market, Egbeada

Imo International Cluster Market, Naze

Imo Timber and Allied Market, Naze

Imo Cluster Market, Hausa Section

Imo Mechanic Village Market, Avu

Anunobi emphasized that the leaders of these markets must ensure full compliance with the government’s order. The markets are to remain shut for the entire duration of the president’s visit.