It was a moment of elation and renewed hope on April 2, 2025, as Oji River Wonderful Market in Enugu State played host to Governor Peter Mbah’s Market Monitoring Team. The delegation, led by the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Market Liaison, Hon. Dr. Chinedu Mbah, was warmly received by traders and market leaders, signaling a fresh wave of optimism for market reform and development.
On arrival, the team was cheerfully welcomed by the market chairman, Chief Ndubuisi Agu, alongside enthusiastic traders who expressed gratitude to the state government for finally turning attention to their concerns. The visit formed part of the state-wide initiative aimed at strengthening market administration, promoting transparency in revenue collection, and improving overall infrastructure.
In his address, Hon. Dr. Mbah reiterated the importance of compliance with electronic tax payments, warning against the dangers of illegal cash transactions. He also emphasized the urgent need to eliminate unauthorized structures, which pose both environmental and safety risks within the market.
During an inspection tour of the market, the SSA observed the challenges posed by gully erosion, poor drainage systems, and disorganized structures. He assured the traders that their complaints would be duly reported to the governor, with a promise of swift government intervention.
Chief Ndubuisi Agu, while speaking on behalf of the traders, thanked the governor for remembering Wonderful Market. He highlighted the need for structural upgrades, erosion control measures, and better access roads to facilitate business activities. He also commended the peaceful nature of the traders and their willingness to support the government’s market reforms.
The visit to Wonderful Market marks a significant step in Governor Peter Mbah’s commitment to creating a conducive and well-regulated trading environment. With visible excitement among the traders, there is renewed hope that the long-overdue transformation of the market may soon become a reality.
