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Governor Soludo Celebrates Normalization of Monday Activities in Onitsha
Governor Chukwuma Soludo observed heavy traffic in Onitsha this Monday, interpreting the congestion as a sign that the local sit-at-home order has ended.
Rights Group Demands End to Police Targeting of Onitsha Market Traders
Intersociety has petitioned the Inspector General of Police to stop the ongoing harassment and unlawful arrests of traders at the Ozomagana Building Materials Market, arguing that a civil lease dispute is being improperly criminalized.
FCCPC Shuts Down Three Milk Plants in Onitsha for Health Violations
The FCCPC has sealed three milk factories in Onitsha, arrested an owner, and seized equipment following reports of unhygienic and hazardous production practices.
Sanitation divergence: Enugu sees cleaner streets while Onitsha faces rising open defecation
Enugu makes gains in waste management while Onitsha deals with a decrease in visible trash but a troubling rise in open defecation due to inadequate public facilities.
Chidioka pushes for Onitsha to become banking hub for South-East
Former Minister Osita Chidioka has called for South-East governors to incentivize banks to move their headquarters to Onitsha, aiming to improve regional credit access and boost local economic growth.
Severe Flooding in Onitsha Claims Three Lives After Intense Rainfall
At least three people died when heavy Saturday evening rainfall triggered dangerous flooding throughout Onitsha, Anambra State, causing road closures and infrastructure damage.
Onitsha to host yearly Ofala Festival this October
The Obi of Onitsha's palace has scheduled the 2026 Ofala Festival for October 16, focusing on the theme of resilience and community progress.