..as Enugu Council Chairman announces immediate construction plans

By Chinedu Adonu

The former Commissioner for Lands and Urban Development in Enugu State, Prof. Victor Chukwuemeka Nnam, who also serves as the Principal Consultant of Geosquaremeter Innovative Ltd, has assured traders and stakeholders of the timely completion of the New Orie Ugwogo Market in Emene, Enugu East Local Government Area (LGA).

During a site inspection of the ongoing construction on Wednesday, Prof. Nnam provided a detailed update on the market’s progress, emphasizing that the project is on track to meet its scheduled deadlines.

He highlighted that the development of the market’s prototype is advancing well and will be completed on time. Additionally, he pinpointed the specific areas where the Enugu East LGA will initiate the construction of new shops.

As an expert in land administration, Prof. Nnam stressed the importance of clear communication and meticulous planning to ensure the seamless execution of the market’s development.

He encouraged potential investors to explore available investment opportunities at the market, noting that the project would become a major economic hub in the area.

He advised interested parties to visit the local government secretariat or his office to learn more about how they could get involved in the growing business center.

On his part, Pastor Beloved Dan Anike, the Executive Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, announced that the local government would immediately begin constructing new shops at the market site.

He revealed plans to relocate the old Orie Ugwogo Market to the new location by the first week of February 2025.

Hon. Anike emphasized that strict adherence to approved designs and permits would be enforced throughout the construction process.

He urged individuals who had already secured shop spaces to begin their developments within the specified timelines, warning that failure to do so would result in reassignment or relocation.

The Chairman reassured traders that the swift action was designed to improve the market’s infrastructure and benefit both the local economy and the traders.

He emphasized that the project would be carried out efficiently, ensuring the timely completion of the new market.

On his part, the traditional ruler of the host community, Umunonu, Chief Joseph Ugwumba Agbo, declared full support for the ongoing development, saying the new market would enhance trade and improve the livelihoods of traders in the community.

Chief Agbo commended Pastor Anike for ensuring the timely progress of the project and called on all community members to cooperate with the development process.

Also speaking, the legal adviser to the community, Barr. Chukwuemeka Agbo, the legal adviser to the Umunonu community, reassured the public that all legal processes and requirements were being followed to ensure the smooth implementation of the market’s development.

He emphasized the community’s commitment to ensuring that the project adhered to all regulatory guidelines and urged stakeholders to work together for the benefit of the people.

“The New Orie Ugwogo Market is expected to significantly boost local economic activities, providing ample opportunities for traders and attracting investment to the area.

“As construction plans are now in progress, the market’s completion is eagerly anticipated to drive commercial growth and create new business opportunities for both local and external investors,”he said..