OYO STATE GOVERNMENT, CONNECT GLOBAL RESOURCES KICKOFF MODERNIZATION OF OWODE-ELETA MARKET

Oyo State Government has officially kicked off the modernization of the Owode Eleta Shopping Complex in the Ibadan South East Local Council Development Area, as part of efforts to enhance the area’s economic viability and boost the state’s Internally Generated Revenue.

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony held at the Owode-Eleta market site on Saturday, Chairman Ibadan South East Local Government, Honorable EMMANUEL ALAWODE, explained that the decision to remodel the market was crucial due to its long existence and the need to fulfil Governor SEYI MAKINDE’s promise to rejuvenate the market system across the state. ALAWODE assured that stakeholders have put measures in place to make shop prices affordable for all traders, ensuring the development is in their best interest.

On his part , the Chief Executive Officer of Connect Global Resources and Services, the company overseeing the project Mr SEGUN ADEBANJO, stated that the new market complex, when completed, would stand out as one of the best of its kind in Oyo State. He further revealed that the vision includes creating a spare parts depot to improve accessibility for traders, thereby reducing dependence on Lagos State for such purchases.

The Project Manager for Connect Global Resources and Services, Architect ADELEYE AKANDE, outlined the market’s composition, which will feature open stores, lock-up shops, warehouses, a bus terminus, a parking lot, lighting, and water facilities. He noted that the contract duration for the project is two years. In addition, the Business Development Manager, OYERANTI OYEWO, encouraged marketers to take advantage of the offered discounts and flexible payment plans to secure their shops.

Traders and residents of Owode expressed their excitement about the project, describing it as a welcome development that would bring progress and economic growth to the community.

The modernization of Owode Shopping Complex is expected to set a new benchmark for market infrastructure in Oyo State while fostering a conducive environment for business growth and community development.

WRT/PRIS PRIS

Kesh Awefada

Kesh Awefada

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