The demolished structures which were described as illegal had earlier been marked by the government with a series of warnings and quit notices served on the owners and occupants.The presence of security operatives including a combined team of the state anti-crime taskforce codenamed Operation Burst and Amotekun Corps saved the situation from blowing up into crisis as the traders expressed anger and dismay at the government decision.
As the demolition continued some of the traders were seen trying to see what they could save from the wares while some others were seen crying and wailing for help. He said the state governor, Seyi Makinde had gone there personally to address the traders, particularly on the importance of their safety and the need to move away from the market.He assured that the government will provide another place that is not far from the demolished structures, emphasizing the danger of roadside trading.
He said the executive members of all the affected markets would meet after the demolition exercise on the next move to make.