ILORIN, NIGERIA – A distressing incident occurred at Ọjà Ọba market in Ilorin on Monday, April 22nd, at approximately 4:20 pm, leaving a market woman in critical condition.

According to eyewitness accounts, officials from the Civil Defence Corps seized goods from the woman for allegedly selling by the roadside, which subsequently led to her collapsing.

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Eyewitnesses at the scene reported that the Civil Defence officials were present when the woman fainted. However, instead of providing aid, they reportedly fled the scene swiftly in their vehicle, leaving the unconscious woman behind.

Fellow market vendors and bystanders immediately rushed to the woman’s aid, attempting to revive her. However, their efforts proved unsuccessful for over 30 minutes. Witnesses described the scene as alarming, stating that the woman appeared lifeless and showed no signs of breathing despite attempts to rouse her. She was eventually rushed to a hospital for urgent medical attention.

As of the latest reports, the woman’s current medical condition remains unknown, but sources indicate the situation is critical. Further details and a video capturing the incident are expected to be released as they become available.

This event has ignited significant concern and anger among market traders and onlookers in Ilorin. Many are questioning the conduct of the Civil Defence officials and the immediate aftermath of the goods seizure.

The incident has raised concerns about the enforcement methods employed by the agency and the well-being of the market vendors.