Uncertain of election-related issues, millions of Nigerians are trooping to markets for last minute rush to stock foodstuffs and other essential items.
NPO Reports that many were seen today at various supermarkets, open markets making purchases on items ranging from foods, drinks and drugs.
A visit by one of our correspondents in Abuja to H-Medics, Gwarinpa revealed high level of activities at different sections of the multipurpose store.
At the grocery section of the store, it was a long queue at the payment counters as many struggled to pay for items.
A staff of the popular store told the NPO Reports correspondent that the queue had been worsened by the poor network which made payments through either transfers or use of point of sale cards very difficult.
Mr. Ado Al-Fahim, who was with his family at the pharmacy section said they needed to restock some of the family drugs ahead of the election.
“No one knows what happens after the election. So, the decision to come and buy the drugs. No one wants to be caught unaware.” He said
The Shoprite section of the Ikeja City Mall witnessed a huge crowd of customers who had come to buy needed goods for families.
A Supervisor at the ShopRite inside the Mall told the NPO Reports that it has been overwhelming for the staff Since Thursday as residents trooped in for purchases.
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“It’s been a very hectic time. I think the lack of cash has forced many to resort to stores where they can use their cards and this has increased sales here,” the Supervisor who did not want to be named sir.
At a branch of Justrite Supermarket, Iju Road, a suburb of Lagos, it was a very rowdy situation as payments became very difficult causing many people to remain in the store even after making their purchases.
A POS operator was however seen helping customers do payments and issuing them receipts which they then present to the attendants.
A customer who spoke with the NPO Reports outside the premises of the shopping mall said she spent more than 2 hours for her transaction to be completed.