Anambra shuts market after palace burnt, five killed
The Anambra State Government has shut Otuocha Market after a renewed communal clash between Aguleri and Umuoba-Anam left five people dead and a palace burn Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-shuts-market-after-palace-burnt-five-killed/
The Anambra State Government has ordered the closure of Otuocha Company Market in Anambra East Local Government Area following renewed violence between Aguleri and Umuoba-Anam communities. The violence, which erupted amid a land dispute, left five people dead and several others injured. The palace of the traditional ruler of Aguleri was also set ablaze by unknown persons. The market closure is to allow the government to assess the damage and investigate the incident.
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