Group Distributes 3,000 Aprons at Anambra Market to Promote Hygiene

By Ukpa Ewa

Anambra Patriots for Soludo, an advocacy group has flagged off its “Branding Anambra” project with the distribution of branded aprons to traders at Coca-Cola Market, Okpoko, in Ogbaru Local Government Area.

The initiative, according to the group, aims to promote cleanliness, decency and ease of doing business in markets across the state.

Speaking during the flag-off event, the Managing Director of BPP and Convener of Anambra Patriots for Soludo, Architect Okey Ezeobi, said the project is designed to give Anambra a new look by instilling a culture of hygiene among traders.

“We are here with a group of young people known as Anambra Patriots to flag off a project called Branding Anambra. We want our market men and women to look clean and decent. The aprons we are distributing have pouches to help traders keep their money safe while doing business,” Ezeobi stated.

He emphasized that the initiative will be extended to other market across the state, all aimed at promoting decency and a more business friendly environment in line with Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo development agenda.

In his remarks, the Chairman of Anambra Patriots for Soludo, Chief Ejiamatu Damian Enekwechi, reiterated that the visit was not political but strictly focused on encouraging cleanliness among traders.

“We are not here for politics. We are here to preach cleanliness and help our traders safeguard their money. The aprons come with zippers and are easy to maintain,” he said.

Enekwechi noted that the Patriots would continue the distribution across markets in Anambra State and expressed satisfaction with the level of cleanliness already observed in Coca-Cola Market during the event.

Traders in the market expressed excitement and appreciation for the gesture. Mrs. Eberechukwu James, a plantain trader from Abia State, praised the Soludo administration for its infrastructural development. “The roads are good, the streets look like London, and the market is now clean with proper drainage. We are solidly behind Soludo,” she said.

Similarly, Mr. Uzoma Arinze, a rice trader from Nkpor, hailed the apron initiative, noting its practicality. “My old apron had no zip or pouch, but this one is different and even has Soludo’s face on it. People love it. We are happy and want Soludo to go for a second term,” he added.

Highlight of the event featured distribution of 3,000 aprons to traders.