Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo
Anambra State Government has officially scrapped the long-standing Monday sit-at-home observed across the state, declaring that the directive takes effect immediately.
The decision was conveyed in a statement signed by the Board Secretary of the Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB), Mgbemena Loveline E., following a State Executive Council retreat held on January 21, 2026, and presided over by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo.
According to the statement, the government has also issued a stern warning to civil servants, noting that any worker who fails to report to duty on Mondays risks severe salary penalties.
“Sequel to the state exco retreat held on January 21, 2026, presided by the Executive Governor, Charles Chukwuma Soludo, I am directed to inform you that the state government has directed, and also as a decision, that the protracted Monday sit-at-home in Anambra State has been abolished with immediate effect,” the statement read.
It further stated:
“By this directive, any staff, both tutorial and non-tutorial, who fail to attend to school or the office on Monday will either receive 20 per cent of his/her salary or forfeit it entirely.”
The board secretary instructed heads of departments and school authorities to circulate the directive widely and ensure full compliance across all levels.
“You are to bring the content of this letter to the notice of all staff under you and ensure adequate compliance,” the statement added.
Emphasising the seriousness of the order, the government noted:
“Please be properly guided, as the above is the executive decision of the state government.”
For several years, many parts of Anambra State have observed a weekly sit-at-home every Monday, a development that has repeatedly disrupted economic, educational, and social activities across the state. The latest directive signals the government’s determination to restore normalcy and ensure full participation in public and private sector activities on Mondays.
