When Will Onitsha Main Market Open?

Main Market, Onitsha is the one of the largest markets in West Africa based on geographical size and volume of goods. It is based in the city of Onitsha, the commercial capital of Anambra State in southeastern Nigeria.

What happened to Onitsha main market?

The popular Onitsha Main Market and other adjourning markets were closed, just as schools, banks and other commercial activities in the towns were grounded. Videos circulating on the social media also showed that shops, markets and offices were locked in Onitsha and the streets deserted.

How much does Onitsha main market generate?

Annual volume of trade in Onitsha-Market is in excess of $3billion with about 40% of this figure in constant circulation through the unbanked transactions. This translates Onitsha into the city with one of the highest GDP in Nigeria, which is evident in the fact that there is no extreme poverty in Onitsha.