The Executive Mayor of Isuikwuato Local Government Area, Hon. Chinedu Ekeke, yesterday, successfully flagged off the construction of the Nkwo-Ugba Evening Market located in Ohoro, Amaba Community.
Performing the ceremony, the Mayor described the project as a strategic intervention aimed at boosting local commerce, improving livelihoods, and creating a modern and more organized trading environment for residents of Amaba and her neighbouring communities. He noted that the evening market which will have amenities like uninterrupted electricity and water, will serve as a hub for economic activities, providing local traders, farmers, and artisans with a safe and conducive space to showcase and sell their goods.
Mayor Ekeke reiterated that the project aligns with his administration’s commitment to grassroots economic development and rural revitalization, and remembering forgotten communities within Isuikwuato LGA. He further stated that the initiative is in harmony with Governor Alex Otti’s vision for a productive, business-friendly, and prosperous Abia State where communities are empowered through sustainable infrastructure.
Some stakeholders and leaders present at the event—including the Presidents General of Amaba and Umuasua communities, the Home Branch Chairman of Amaba, and the Women Leader of Amaba—applauded the initiative, describing it as a long-awaited project that will positively transform the economic landscape of the area. They particularly lauded the fair-minded nature of the project, noting that there was no need for lobbying or canvassing before the Mayor approved its siting in Amaba.
The Mayor commended the people of Amaba for their cooperation and support, assuring them that the project would be executed to standard and completed within schedule. He further called on the leaders of the community to take ownership of the facility and support government efforts to bring more development to Isuikwuato.
