allenging the alleged directive/ plans of the state government to evacuate them and demolish their shops.
DAILY POST gathered that the government had written letters to the traders through the office of the Commissioner for Special Projects, notifying them of its intention to procure the services of a construction company to commence the demolition of all shops in the market which would commence anytime from April 1.
They are being represented by a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Anthony Ani SAN, and a team of other lawyers.The applicants, in the suit, alleged that the plots of land they are occupying were duly acquired from Abakaliki Local Government Council, and that some bought the spaces while others are on lease up to 2030, 2040, 2050 etc but were said to be forcefully ejected by the state government without due process.
The judgment, which was earlier fixed for July 10, was adjourned to July 29 for judgment but was further adjourned to Sept 16 due to the non-readiness of judgment.