OGSG Cracks Down on Kara Market, Orders Relocation

The Ogun State Government has sounded the alarm on the environmental and health hazards at Kara Market in Isheri, prompting a swift relocation order and a 100-day deadline for traders to move to the Ogere International Market.

The directive, announced by Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Sam Oyeleye, is aimed at addressing the market’s notorious environmental challenges, including rampant waste disposal and open defecation, which have posed significant health risks to residents despite the provision of public toilets.

The market’s current location has become a blight on the state’s landscape, hindering efforts to attract investors and promote Ogun’s status as a thriving industrial hub. The phased relocation, set to conclude by December 31, promises minimal disruption to traders’ activities, with assurances of robust security and a warm welcome from the host community.

The Ogere International Market offers a sprawling haven for traders, facilitating efficient management and growth. Traders are urged to comply with the ultimatum to avoid the demolition of their stalls and makeshift structures after the deadline.