Lagos Trade Fair Demolition: Obi Visits Site, Calls for Justice and Compassion

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the recent demolition of plazas at the ASPAMDA Market within the Lagos International Trade Fair complex, describing the action as unjust and economically destructive.

Obi, who visited the site on Tuesday alongside Senators Enyinnaya Abaribe, Victor Umeh, Col. Austin Akobundu, Tony Nwoye, members of the House of Representatives, Segun Sowonmi, George Adegeye, Labour Party’s Lagos governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, and the coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Tanko Yunusa, said the demolitions were carried out despite traders having obtained the necessary approvals.

He commended the affected traders for maintaining calm in the face of their losses and applauded lawmakers who pledged to investigate the incident.

“Beyond this immediate case, I urge government at all levels to act with compassion, fairness, and a deep sense of justice, especially at this difficult time. Many of the affected traders invested heavily often through loans in the hope of securing their livelihoods and contributing to the wider economy. To destroy such legitimate investments without due process is not only unjust but also economically destructive,” Obi said.

He stressed that a progressive society must protect enterprise, encourage productivity, and defend the dignity of its citizens.

“Incidents like this should have no place in a nation that aspires to fairness, stability, and shared prosperity. A new Nigeria is POssible,” Obi added.

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