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NGO Offers Succour to 500 Traders Affected by Market Demolition In Anambra

David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka A non-governmental organisation (NGO), Hamilton and Thelma Ezeonu Foundation, has offered assistance to over 500 persons whose shops were demolished in Anambra State in an ongoing

In Anambra State, over 500 traders who had their shops demolished during a recent road construction project are receiving aid from the Hamilton and Thelma Ezeonu Foundation. The demolition affected approximately 200 buildings and shops in Afor Nnobi market, displacing many traders and their families.

Founding member Mr. Hamilton Ezeonu, who visited the affected area, expressed his concern over the loss of livelihoods. During the foundation's assistance, the NGO provided rice and cash to the affected traders to help them start anew. Mr. Ezeonu's wife, Dr. (Mrs.) Thelma Ezeonu, also comforted the affected traders, reassuring them that their issues were personal and that the government's intention was good.

The beneficiaries, mostly elderly women, expressed gratitude to the foundation for their timely assistance during this challenging time.

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