Obasempire reports that Chief Camilus Amajuoyi, the President General of Alaba International Market in Ojo Lagos, has declared that the market’s members will abstain from the upcoming nationwide demonstrations.
He explained that this choice is not due to ignorance of the current severe economic conditions but rather from the view that large-scale protests might not be the most suitable remedy at this moment.
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Amajuoyi stressed that many vendors in the market depend on daily earnings and cannot afford to halt their business operations.
He noted that the informal sector, which encompasses numerous market participants, has been significantly impacted by the tripling expenses of running a business, without any governmental support, incentives, or interest-free loans to ease their difficulties.
Nevertheless, he voiced his trust in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s capability to tackle the country’s urgent issues.
“The fluctuating exchange rates and high costs of duties at national ports, coupled with increased transportation expenses, have made it nearly impossible for business owners to plan effectively. These factors have contributed to the sharp rise in the prices of goods and services across the country.
“These are realities staring Nigerians in the face, from the North, East west and South of the nation. Even at that, we members of Alaba International market unequivocally state that we are not going to partake in any planned protest in Nigeria, we are not closing our market in solidarity with any group or persons with regard to any protest.
“We believe that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will definitely find a lasting solution to the numerous challenges facing Nigerians now, ranging from insecurity, high cost of food, drugs, transportation, bad roads, corruption among other things,” Amajuoyi said.
Amajuoyi however decried the perilous state of the only access road to Alaba International Market, which has caused numerous accidents involving heavy-duty trucks.
Obasempire reports that Chief Camilus Amajuoyi, the President General of Alaba International Market in Ojo Lagos, has declared that the market’s members will abstain from the upcoming nationwide demonstrations.
He explained that this choice is not due to ignorance of the current severe economic conditions but rather from the view that large-scale protests might not be the most suitable remedy at this moment.
Amajuoyi stressed that many vendors in the market depend on daily earnings and cannot afford to halt their business operations.
He noted that the informal sector, which encompasses numerous market participants, has been significantly impacted by the tripling expenses of running a business, without any governmental support, incentives, or interest-free loans to ease their difficulties.
Nevertheless, he voiced his trust in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s capability to tackle the country’s urgent issues.
“The fluctuating exchange rates and high costs of duties at national ports, coupled with increased transportation expenses, have made it nearly impossible for business owners to plan effectively. These factors have contributed to the sharp rise in the prices of goods and services across the country.
“These are realities staring Nigerians in the face, from the North, East west and South of the nation. Even at that, we members of Alaba International market unequivocally state that we are not going to partake in any planned protest in Nigeria, we are not closing our market in solidarity with any group or persons with regard to any protest.
“We believe that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will definitely find a lasting solution to the numerous challenges facing Nigerians now, ranging from insecurity, high cost of food, drugs, transportation, bad roads, corruption among other things,” Amajuoyi said.
Amajuoyi however decried the perilous state of the only access road to Alaba International Market, which has caused numerous accidents involving heavy-duty trucks.
He urged the Lagos State government to prioritize the repair of this critical route and focus on other projects that could significantly reduce the suffering of the masses.
He also warned potential protesters to stay away from Alaba International Market to prevent any looting or damage to goods.
He called on the Lagos State government, Nigerian police, military, DSS, and other security agencies to ensure that all market places are protected from criminal elements.
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He urged the Lagos State government to prioritize the repair of this critical route and focus on other projects that could significantly reduce the suffering of the masses.
He also warned potential protesters to stay away from Alaba International Market to prevent any looting or damage to goods.
He called on the Lagos State government, Nigerian police, military, DSS, and other security agencies to ensure that all market places are protected from criminal elements.
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