The Kwara State Government has inaugurated a 5 Man Implementation Committee to oversee the newly constructed Gbugbu International Market in Edu Local Government Area, while reaffirming its commitment to upgrade and promote socio-economic activities through remodeling and redesigning of other ancient markets in the State.
While inaugurating the Implementation Committee in her office, the State Commissioner for Business, Innovation and Technology, Hon. Damilola Yusuf Adelodun, emphasised the importance of transparency and dedication among the Committee members and urged them to uphold these values to achieve the goals set by the State Government in meeting the yearning of the people within the State.
Hon. Damilola assured the Gbugbu Community to maintain and make use of the facilities provided for them by the State Government.
The members of the Implementation Committee are: the Director of Commerce, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Technology, Mr. Adebisi Taiwo; a representative of Kwara State Internal Revenue Services, Hajia Maimunat Olajumake Amasa; the Revenue Officer, Edu Local Government, Mr. Kolo Mohammed; a representative of Edu Emirate Council, Alhaji Sanbo Magaji; and a representative of Gbugbu Community, Alhaji Lema Gbugbu.
In her remarks, the Executive Chairman, Kwara State lnternal Revenue Services, Mrs. Shade Omoniyi, advised the Committee to work assiduously, adhere to the work plans, follow the terms of reference and ensure smooth implementation.
She said this approach aims to ensure that the beneficiaries enjoy the market without any delay or dispute, thus preventing any discontent among other stakeholders.
Earlier, the Edu Local Government Chairman, Transition Implementation Committee, Alhaji Mohammed Aliyu, commended the efforts of the State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for the laudable projects in Edu Local Government.
He noted that this project is a game changer, which is boosting socio-economic development of the State.
The representative of Edu Emirate Council, Alhaji Sanbo Magaji, thanked the Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for upgrading the ancient Gbugbu market to an international standard and taking the market to new heights .
Taibat Baba Adams,
Press Secretary,
MBIT.
