Imo State residents chose to stay indoors yesterday, adhering to the nationwide protest.
As a result, all economic and social activities came to a standstill, with empty roads and deserted streets.
A survey of the state capital and surrounding areas revealed that businesses, including banks, private offices, shops, petrol stations, and supermarkets, remained closed, indicating a widespread shutdown.
The absence of people on the streets and the closure of establishments suggest that residents were cautious and avoided venturing out due to uncertainty and concerns about potential unrest.
All over the state, fierce-looking soldiers and policemen were seen in strategic places, such as the Government House Roundabout, Douglas Road, World Bank and Akwakuma Junction.
However, the state secretariat’s gate was open, and few workers were seen, while security personnel were occupying strategic roads leading to the entrance.