Enugu Government To Shut Banks, Schools, Markets That Fail To Open On Monday

Enugu State government has said that it will shut down markets, malls, banks, schools and hospitals that observe Monday sit-at-home order.

This was contained in a statement issued by the state government on Saturday.

It urged every resident to go about their normal businesses without fear.

"This is to inform all schools, markets, retail outlets, hospitals, transporters, malls and the general members of the public that in view of the recent ban/cancellation of Mondays' sit-at-home by the Government of Enugu State in all nooks and crannies of the state, they have been directed to go about their normal businesses and activities every day of the week, including Mondays. 

"The above-mentioned bodies and others alike are required to comply with the directive as adequate security measures have been taken to guarantee their safety.

"Members of the government's taskforce will be moving around to monitor compliance. Any market, transport outlet, or any other body that fails to open for business risks being shut down immediately."