Goods Worth Millions Destroyed as Fire Razes 30 Shops in Lafia Market

A massive fire swept through the tailoring section of New Modern Market in Lafia, Nasarawa State, on Thursday night, destroying 30 shops and goods worth millions of naira. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the blaze, which ignited around 9:30 pm, persisted into the early hours of Friday, leaving a trail of devastation. Firefighters from the … Read more

68-Year-Old Trader Dies After Losing N50 Million In Lagos Market Demolition

Lagos Market Demolition

A 68-year-old woman, Alhaja Iyabo, died after losing over N50 million in cash in the Lagos Market demolition.  The state’s task force issued a removal notice on May 15, directing squatters and occupants of illegal structures to vacate immediately. Market leaders estimate trader losses could reach N50 billion, including destroyed bags of rice, beans, and … Read more