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Chaotic scenes as traders riot near Yaya centre – PHOTOS

By HILARY KIMUYU January 11th, 2018 1 min read

Traffic was disrupted on Thursday morning as traders rioted outside Yaya centre in Hurlingham after county askaris demolished their kiosks in an overnight operation.

PHOTO | COURTESY
PHOTO | COURTESY

The rowdy traders barricaded the busy Yaya Ring Road and lit bonfires.

Most said they were shocked to find their structures demolished without any notice.

PHOTO | COURTESY
PHOTO | COURTESY

Police at the scene advised motorists to use alternative routes.

The demolished kiosks housed eateries and M-Pesa shops.

PHOTO | COURTESY
PHOTO | COURTESY