Ogun Traders Claim N500m Loss After Market Demolition

Traders in Ogun State expressed outrage following the demolition of their market, claiming a loss of N500 million. Kabira Ajiboy, a trader, reported that the demolition took place on a Saturday without any official notice, despite the Ogun State Government's prior intent to demolish structures during the local government election period in 2023.

Ajiboy stated that traders had paid the required rent to the local government and were left without any warning, discovering the demolition when they arrived at the market. She accused the authorities of failing to consider the welfare of traders who rely on the market for their livelihood.

Ajiboy appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun for intervention to provide alternative locations for affected traders to continue their businesses. The state commissioner for urban planning, Tunji Odunlami, declined to comment on the demolition.