The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has reacted after shop owners in Onitsha drug market were asked to pay ₦700,000 to reopen their stores.
The Onitsha drug market is also known as the Onitsha Head Bridge Market.
Peter Obi, a former executive Governor of Anambra State and chieftain of the Labour Party noted that it is deeply unfortunate to learn that shop owners are now being asked to pay ₦700,000 to reopen their stores.
The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi stated on his verified Twitter page on Tuesday; “NAFDAC and the Onitsha Head Bridge Market. I recall visiting the Head Bridge Market during the initial phase of its closure, standing in support of the authorities to ensure our society is free from fake drugs and counterfeit goods.”
He added; “I did so with the hope that investigations would be carried out swiftly, and the market would be reopened promptly”
He stated further; “It is, therefore, deeply unfortunate to learn that shop owners are now being asked to pay ₦700,000 to reopen their stores.”
Peter Obi, a former Governor of Anambra State noted; “These shop owners have already endured prolonged closures, mounting unpaid bills, and economic strain.”
The recent statement by the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi on his verified Twitter page has generated a lot of reactions from his fans and numerous followers on the social media platform.
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