Killing in Oil Mill Market that sparked ethnic tension in Rivers It was St Valentine’s Day on February 14, but there was no love at Rivers State’s popular Oil Mill Market. Rather, the market, which is close to Eleme junction, was a scene of destruction. Broken tables littered the environment. Burst watermelon, butchered pineapples and other fruits smashed with fists, stones and objects of destruction were scattered on the ground. Some of the trading tables and other items were set ablaze by an angry mob. They marched with fury, sending panic into the spines of sellers, buyers and passersby. Some persons abandoned their goods and fled in different directions for safety. It was a scene of chaos and riots. The once peaceful market was turned into a battle field with some desperately seekin...