Anambra shuts market after palace burnt, five killed

The Anambra State Government has closed the Otuocha Company Market in response to renewed violence between the Aguleri and Umuoba-Anam communities in Anambra East Local Government Area. The violence erupted over a land dispute, resulting in five deaths and numerous injuries. The palace of the traditional ruler of Aguleri was also burned down by unknown individuals following an exchange of gunfire.

The market closure, ordered by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, will remain in place until the government assesses the damage and investigates the incident. The traditional rulers of both communities praised the government's intervention for preventing further casualties. The Anambra State Police Command condemned the violence and called for continued restraint and adherence to a peaceful resolution of disputes.