By Ceaser Odongo, Radio Wa
The Resident City Commissioner of Lira, Lawrence Emmy Egole, has issued a stern warning to residents against resisting the ongoing enforcement of trade order regulations targeting street vendors.
Egole delivered the warning while addressing a group of vendors at his office on the first day of a large-scale security operation to evict traders operating illegally along the streets. He noted that Lira City Council had repeatedly engaged and sensitized vendors, but many failed to comply with directives to relocate to gazetted markets.
He emphasized that security agencies will fully support the city authorities in restoring order, maintaining cleanliness, and reorganizing trade in preparation for upcoming major events, including the National Boys’ Secondary Schools Championship to be hosted at Lira Town College and the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with matches expected at Akii Bua Memorial Stadium.
Egole warned that force will be used where necessary, adding that anyone who attempts to interfere with the enforcement exercise will be arrested and prosecuted. He further cautioned that goods found in ungazetted areas will be confiscated.
He pointed out that street vending has contributed to road accidents and disrupted movement within the city, leading to disorder.
Earlier, Lira City Council Public Relations Officer Robert Okello Ayo announced plans to relocate affected vendors to designated markets, including Camp Swahili, Cuk Alok, Jinja Camp, Te-Obaya, and Senior Quarters Market.
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