Lagos trade fair protest was by few miscreants — Police
Lagos police describe the protest by traders at the Trade Fair Complex against Chinese retailers as the work of a few miscreants and disgruntled fellows. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-trade-fair-protest-was-by-few-miscreants-police/
The Lagos State Police Command has stated that the protest by traders at the Lagos Trade Fair Complex regarding Chinese retailers was instigated by a few "miscreants" and "disgruntled fellows." ACP Chike Oti, the Area 'E' Commander of the Lagos State Police Command, assured Nigerians and foreign investors that the situation at the complex was peaceful.
He emphasized that those involved in the protest had been cautioned, and arrests would be made as soon as possible. There were no fights or disturbances reported at the market, with officials of ASPMDA, other security agencies, and representatives of the Chinese community confirming the calm atmosphere within the complex. The protest took place after Nigerian traders complained about Chinese retailers moving beyond wholesale operations to retail sales, accusing some Chinese businesses of bypassing traditional distribution channels to sell directly to consumers at lower prices.
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