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Fubara Inspects Modern Market Project, Sets January 2027 Completion Date

From The Punch · (4m ago) English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has inspected the ongoing reconstruction of the Creek Road Market in Port Harcourt, setting a completion deadline of January 2027.
  • The new market aims to provide a conducive environment for traders and alleviate congestion on surrounding roads, which has hampered urban renewal projects.
  • The project is divided into three sections, with construction already underway in one, preparation in another, and engineering challenges noted for the third section due to its location on a borrow pit.

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has personally inspected the progress of the Creek Road Market reconstruction in Port Harcourt, a project he has earmarked for completion by January 2027. This initiative is a cornerstone of his administration's urban renewal program, designed to address long-standing issues of market congestion and its impact on city infrastructure. The governor's hands-on approach signals the project's significance in his development agenda.

You are aware that we did promise our people that all the roads in town would be fixed. But we had a very serious issue because of the Creek Road section of the township roads. Because of not having adequate space to accommodate the traders in the market, they extended their activities onto the road and that became a serious issue for our construction work.

— Governor Siminalayi FubaraFubara explained the necessity of the market reconstruction to facilitate road rehabilitation and urban renewal efforts.

The primary objective behind the market's redevelopment is to relocate traders who have extended their businesses onto the roads, thereby creating a more organized and conducive trading environment. This spillover effect onto the roads has been a significant impediment to the ongoing rehabilitation of the old Port Harcourt Township roads. By providing adequate space within a modern market facility, Fubara aims to clear these thoroughfares, enabling the smooth execution of road construction and other urban improvement projects.

So we decided that for us to deliver a better project that would impress our people, we must, as a matter of fact, embark on building a better and more comfortable market for our people.

— Governor Siminalayi FubaraThe governor elaborated on the administration's decision to build a modern market to improve conditions for traders and the city.

During his inspection, Fubara was briefed on the project's phased approach. Construction is actively progressing in Section A, with Section B slated for imminent commencement. Section C presents unique engineering challenges due to its siting on a borrow pit, requiring a more complex approach. The governor's commitment to this project reflects a promise to his people, emphasizing the delivery of high-quality infrastructure and a revitalized urban landscape for Port Harcourt residents.

And I feel very happy that they are doing a very good job.

— Governor Siminalayi FubaraFubara expressed satisfaction with the quality of work during his inspection of the market construction site.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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