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#EdoDecides2024: Traders Defies Restriction, Sell Goods At New Benin Market
Traders at the New Benin market in Edo State on Saturday defied the restriction of movement order by the police to engage in a brisk business as the State governorship election kicks off.
At 7 a.m., traders have set their makeshift stalls, selling goods along the main thoroughfare despite official warnings to maintain order for the electoral process.
Despite a police presence along the roads to the market, which is aimed at enforcing the movement restrictions, the marketplace in Benin was bustling with activity as residents stopped for last-minute purchases.
Some traders were asked about the Restriction, Mrs Grace Omonuwa said she was in the market to earn for her daily feeds.
Elections may be important, but so is our livelihood,” Omonuwa, a vegetable vendor said.
Similarly, Mrs Ngozi Eze, said she was in the market to pick up some items before going to the poll.
“I need to buy some food before I go vote,” she softly said while navigating the busy market.
The police had, during a news briefing on Friday, said restriction of movement would last between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. on election day.
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