There is tension in Owerri, Imo State capital right now, to the extent that it could be felt in the air.

This is as a result of the demolition going on in the Owerri Main Market on Douglas Road by the state government.

The notice has been posted and the traders and natives kept vigil in the market while some traders did the much they can to rescue some of their movable valuables.

However, early this morning, the government demolition team arrived and descended on the market with fury that has led to tears and agony.

There is also unconfirmed rumour that a 12-year-old boy has been caught down in an untargeted bullet allegedly from armed government officers that accompanied the demolition team in anticipation of resistance by the traders.

A major shopping plaza that signposts the market as it now is already pulled down completely.

SUN

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