Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has declared that the Monday sit-at-home observed across parts of the Southeast has effectively come to an end, citing the return of normal commercial activities in Onitsha.

The governor made the declaration on Monday, August 3, while explaining why he arrived about 15 minutes late to an event. According to him, he was caught in heavy traffic in Onitsha, a development he described as a clear indication that residents had resumed their normal Monday routines.

The Monday sit-at-home was introduced by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as part of its campaign for the actualisation of Biafra and the release of its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu. For several years, the directive significantly disrupted business and economic activities across the Southeast.

Speaking on the development, Soludo said the traffic congestion he experienced in Onitsha reflected the growing confidence of residents to go about their daily activities on Mondays.

“I’m sorry I came in about 15 minutes late because I was stuck in traffic at Onitsha. Today is a Monday, and to have traffic at Onitsha on a Monday, the Monday sit-at-home is over,” he said.

The governor also expressed solidarity with neighbouring Delta State and praised Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his leadership.

“I’m here in solidarity with you and my rich neighbour, Delta State. You have a governor in whom I’m well pleased any day, anytime,” Soludo stated.

He further disclosed that he rescheduled the Anambra State Executive Council meeting to enable him attend the event.

“I had to move my executive council meeting today to tomorrow or next because this is very important and I’m very delighted to be here,” the governor added.