Security agencies in Anambra State, a south-eastern state in Nigeria, have increased their presence around Onitsha Main Market, one of the country’s busiest trading centres located in Onitsha, a major commercial city on the River Niger. The Commissioner of Police (CP) in Anambra State, Ikioye Orutugu, led a patrol and enforcement team across the market and surrounding areas to ensure compliance with a one-week closure ordered by Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo. Okay News reports that the closure took effect immediately, with joint security teams moving in on Tuesday to block access to the market. Security operatives also restricted movement in and around the market, preventing traders and other members of the public from entering the premises. The road was reportedly obstructed for several minutes before security personnel moved in to disperse the protesters.