- Governor Soludo bans loud preaching in public spaces, particularly in markets, to reduce noise pollution.
- Violators of the directive will face a fine of ₦500,000.
- A video shows the governor confronting a roadside preacher, urging him to preach in a church or rented space instead.
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has introduced a strict ban on loud preaching in public spaces, especially in markets to curb noise pollution and maintain public order.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that anyone violating this directive will be fined ₦500,000.
A video circulating on social media on Saturday shows Soludo confronting an unidentified roadside preacher, urging him to cease disrupting market traders with his loud sermons.
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The governor advised that if the preacher wishes to share his message, he should either do so in a church or rent an open space where interested listeners can attend voluntarily.
While speaking with traders at what is believed to be Ochanja Market in Onitsha, Soludo stressed, “If you want to preach the word of God, go to your church. You are causing noise pollution here.
You cannot come to a marketplace and disturb everyone. If you want to preach, go to a church; those who want to listen will come to you. You cannot force people in the market to hear your message.
This is a marketplace, not a church. You are violating the law. You cannot take over a public space and turn it into a church. Otherwise, you will be charged for using this space.
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You will pay ₦500,000 because we cannot allow this. We have banned loudspeakers in markets due to noise pollution, which affects people’s eardrums. You cannot force people to listen to your preaching. We are cracking down on fake pastors and prophets in Anambra.”
This enforcement is part of a wider government effort to regulate public disturbances and create a more conducive environment for traders and residents alike.
