There’s Weeping And Wailing At Madina Market This Morning—Oppong

Ghanaian social commentator Joseph Oppong has criticised the reported three-day deadline given to traders at Madina Market to remove their shops and containers ahead of the implementation of the 24-hour market project introduced under President John Dramani Mahama’s administration.

In a Facebook post published on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, Oppong expressed concern about the difficulties the affected traders could face if they were forced to leave their current trading locations within such a short period. He highlighted the potential financial consequences for business owners who depend on the market to support themselves and their families.

According to the commentator, some traders had reportedly borrowed money to purchase merchandise in preparation for the Christmas shopping season. He argued that the short notice could place these business owners in a difficult position, particularly those who had invested borrowed funds in goods they expected to sell during the festive period.

Oppong questioned how the traders could identify alternative locations, relocate their businesses and protect their investments within just three days. He also raised concerns about their ability to repay outstanding loans if they were prevented from continuing their businesses at the market.

The social commentator further drew attention to reports that shops and containers belonging to traders who failed to comply with the directive could be demolished. He suggested that such a development would deepen the uncertainty facing those who had invested money and resources in their trading activities.

“There is weeping and wailing at Madina Market this morning,” Oppong wrote, describing the reported situation and the distress it had caused among traders.

He maintained that the challenges extended beyond the possible loss of business premises, as many affected individuals could also struggle to meet financial obligations and provide for their households.

While the 24-hour market project is intended to support extended commercial activity, the reported eviction notice has raised questions about how existing traders will be accommodated during its implementation.

Oppong also questioned the apparent silence of Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, calling attention to the concerns surrounding the reported directive.

However, the details of the notice and any official response from the authorities were not provided in the original account.

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