GOV ENO STORMS NSIT UBIUM TOMORROW, AS LG CHAIRMAN BUILDS ULTRA-MODERN MARKET COMPLEX

GOV ENO STORMS NSIT UBIUM TOMORROW, AS LG CHAIRMAN BUILDS ULTRA-MODERN MARKET COMPLEX

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno set to the inaugurate an ultra modern market complex constructed by the Chairman of Nsit Ubium local government area, Mr Alfred Charles.

The market comprises 3 blocks containing 36 lock- up stores, 28 open sheds with 378 partitions and 6 multipurpose sheds without partitions, market office, modern lavatory, is located at Ubium South part of the area.

The Chairman who broke the news to journalists, said Governor Umo Eno’s imprint in Nsit Ubium local government area has inspired him precipitate good governance in the grassroots.

He said the market meant to be inaugurated on Tuesday, comes with a solar powered lighting, water and modern lavatory, meant to meat the challenges of contemporary society.

Hon. Alfred Charles, who reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving residents’ welfare through strategic infrastructure development, said the market was an answer to years of agitation by traders in the area.

Hon. Charles who also highlighted key achievements recorded by his administration in digital technology, youth and women empowerment, said the projects were designed to improve living standards, stimulate economic activities, and expand access to essential public services.

A major milestone of the administration, he noted, is the upgrade of the council’s ICT Centre into a fully accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre.

According to him, additional computer systems were procured to meet accreditation requirements, enabling the facility to host Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examinations while generating revenue for the local government.

He explained that the centre which has eliminated the need for many candidates to travel to Uyo or Eket to sit for their examinations, will complement the Youth Friendly Center of the State Government, nearing completion.

“Beyond JAMB, the facility also serves as a hub for digital literacy and computer training, particularly for secondary school students.”

On infrastructure, the chairman commended the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, PhD, for ongoing developmental projects across Nsit Ubium.

He cited the model secondary school, the General Hospital at Ikot Obio Ndo, the model farm, and several major and internal road projects as landmark interventions driving growth and improving livelihoods.

On his part, Hon. Charles also disclosed that access roads leading to the council secretariat and internal roads have been rehabilitated, bringing an end to the perennial flooding and muddy conditions that previously hindered movement during the rainy season.

He said the intervention has significantly improved accessibility for staff and visitors.

Speaking on leadership, the chairman described public office as a call to service, stressing that the true measure of leadership lies in the positive impact made on the lives of the people.

He further acknowledged the contributions of his wife in mobilising women for community development initiatives and called on residents to remain united and continue supporting the administration through cooperation and prayers.