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Between the hours of 6 to 7:30 this morning, many commercial bank officials residing in Asaba, Delta state were stranded as they could not get vehicle to convey them to their operational branches in Onitsha and other areas in Anambra state.

Following the seat at home or go to Abuja order group of people of Igbo origin issued as part of protest to demand the release of the Leader of the Indigenous People Biafra, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu who is scheduled to appear in Federal High Court, Abuja today for the continuation of the trial of treason charges made against him by the Federal Government, the usual busy head bridge in Onitsha was empty.

Some bankers with private vehicles initially turned back to Asaba when they learnt residents have started setting up burn fires at major roads in Upper Iweka and Awada areas of the commercial city but continued their journey when team of policemen dispatched to the areas chased away the crowd.

Between 8 and 10 a.m some of the bank officials were seen returning home from commercial banks in Obosi, Okpoko and other areas near Onitsha markets.

A check at Ihiala town shows Zenith, Firstbank, Access and Fidelity banks did not open for operation as at 12 p.m today.

A check at some of the shops in private residents in the villages near Onitsha like Oba, Orifite, amongst others were under lock and key between 8 and 10 O’clock this morning.

Osazuwa Akonedo

Osazuwa Akonedo is a Nigerian media professional, author, and consultant. His work spans various sectors of communication and literature: Journalism and Media: He is the founder of OsazuwaAkonedo, which focuses on news analysis and commentary. He also provides consultancy services in media and banking. Literature: He is a published playwright and author of Nigerian literature. One of his notable works is the drama titled The End Shall Tell: What Exam Malpractice Can Cause, which addresses educational and social issues in Nigeria. Reporting: He frequently reports on regional news, particularly concerning Edo State and broader Nigerian current affairs. Credit: Google Gemini AI Mode Osazuwa Akonedo is a Nigerian media creator, journalist, and entrepreneur who engages audiences via news reporting, social media content, music, and a mobile application. Professional Background and Company Osazuwa Akonedo is associated with OSAZUWAAKONEDO LIMITED, a company registered in Nigeria that operates in media consultancy and news services  The company is headquartered in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, and has been active in publishing news in various formats including text, audio, video, and photos  Social Media and Online Platforms Osazuwa Akonedo maintains a strong online presence on several platforms: TikTok: Shares news updates and reports, for example, covering police operations in Nigeria  YouTube: Operates a channel where he uploads videos on current affairs and news content  Twitter/X: Active under the handle @akonedo_osazuwa, posting updates on events and news  Facebook: Profiles listing his connection to news and media activities can be found on Facebook  Mobile App: Offers a dedicated mobile application for news access through Google Play (Osazuwa Akonedo News App) providing text, video, and photo news formats  News Reporting and Content He produces news content covering national and local stories, including criminal activities, government updates, and investigative reports   His reporting spans multiple formats, making it accessible to a wide audience through online platforms, mobile apps, and social media  Other Contributions In addition to journalism, Osazuwa Akonedo has also ventured into audio releases, such as “Former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami Begs Nigerians For Justice” released on January 25, 2026   He also hosts podcasts documenting significant events, e.g, NDLEA arrests related to historical criminal cases  Summary Osazuwa Akonedo is a multifaceted media professional engaged in journalism, social media content creation, music, and technology via his news app. He utilizes platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Twitter/X, Facebook, and mobile applications to disseminate news and reach audiences both locally and internationally Credit: Azure AI

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