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In Abuja, street hawkers continue to defy the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) despite ongoing crackdowns by the Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB). Traders like Mama Ada and 15-year-old Hauwa navigate the busy streets, selling food and other goods to survive in a harsh economic climate. The hawkers have created makeshift markets along major roads, drawing customers who prefer their affordable offerings over high-priced supermarkets. The crackdown by authorities often leads to frantic escapes as hawkers abandon their goods to avoid confiscation. Many, including teenagers, are compelled to hawk due to extreme poverty and the need to support their families. This situation highlights the ongoing struggle between informal traders and government regulations in Nigeria's capital. Source attribution: This summary is based on reporting by Vanguard News. NigeriaNewsFeed aggregates news from trusted Nigerian and international publishers. Read the original article below for the full report.
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