2025 Guber Poll: Moghalu Seeks Traders’ Votes to Rescue Anambra’s Economy, Modernize Markets

By Praise Chinecherm

The Labour Party governorship candidate in Anambra State, Dr. George Moghalu has called on traders across the state to unite in rescuing Anambra’s economy from collapse.

He described the present situation as a critical moment that demands honest, transparent and visionary leadership.

Speaking during an interactive session with traders at the All Saints Cathedral Hall, Onitsha, Moghalu decried unbearable tax regime, rising insecurity and neglect of markets by current administration.

He commended traders’ resilience and assured them that his government would restore dignity and prosperity to commerce in the state.

He assured them that all will be well again once he is elected, promising to modernize markets, stop the exploitation of transport workers and ensure transparency in all government dealings.

“My administration will end the imposition of market leaders and allow traders to freely choose and elect their representatives without government interference.

“If Soludo returns, he will not come with Aka Odo again — this time he will come with a hammer,” he warned.

Accompanied by his running mate, Mrs. Ifeoma Okaro, Moghalu reaffirmed his commitment to rebuilding Anambra’s economy through transparency, discipline, and innovation.

He emphasized that the market community remains the backbone of Anambra’s economy and will play a decisive role in restoring the state’s lost glory.

Traders at the event had earlier lamented multiple levies, daily extortions by agberos, and the harsh taxes imposed on businesses.

They narrated how motorcycle and tricycle operators, as well as bus drivers were constantly harassed and forced to pay illegal tolls to survive.

According to them, even when they park their keke without working, they were still compelled to pay, describing the situation as wicked, insensitive, and unsustainable.

The traders further complained that despite paying heavily, there has been no development or modernization of markets, while industries continue to shut down across the state.

The event attracted market leaders, artisans, and business operators, including Jude Umennajiego, Member representing Onitsha South 2 Constituency in the State House of Assembly and Uche Okafor, among other dignitaries.