Hon Eric Oharisi, who represents Ughelli North 11 Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly has called for calm in the face-off between authorities of Ughelli North Local Government and some traders in the area.
Reacting to the protest on Monday by the traders which led to the blockage of the ever-busy East-West Road in Ughelli, Hon Oharisi said dialogue remains the best option to any disagreement.
The lawmaker warned against people taking laws into their hands, saying that miscreants can hijack the peaceful protest to commit havoc on innocent citizens.
Hon Oharisi stated that no matter the number of provocations or alleged injustice, the issues can be investigated and peaceful resolution reached for the general good of all.
The Ughelli North 11 Representative said he had already reached out to some stakeholders and other relevant bodies geared towards seeking an amicable solution to the problem.
The lawmaker, therefore, enjoined the traders to be law-abiding, assuring that allegations raised in their protest will receive the desired attention.
Hon Oharisi appealed to security agencies to help maintain peace in the locality.
He said the opening of the Ughelli-Ogor Modern market will go a long way in addressing the challenges faced by traders in Ughelli and its metropolis.
