…As Council chairman empowers traders with 100million

Governor Umo Eno has commended the Chairman of Nsit Ubium Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State , Hon. Alfred Charles for his commitment to grassroots economic development of the people through impactful projects that align with his administration’s ARISE Agenda.

The governor gave the commendation during the official commissioning of the  constructed Urua Ntakrok model market   built by the council chairman  which comprises of and 100 million  naira  Empowerment he gave to127 traders across the Local Government Area to  support traders, small business owners, farmers, and young entrepreneurs
The financial assistance is designed to stimulate local businesses, expand economic opportunities, and improve household incomes across the council area.

The Model Urua Ntakrok model market constructed by the Chairman,  Hon Alfred Charles comprises: Three blocks of  lock up stores that are  made up of 36 stores  and 378 open partitioned  shades, Six Multi Open shades, toilets, generator house , water tank and market  offices. Also, 127 benefitted from the 100 million Naira Empowerment for traders.

Governor Eno who was represented by the state’s Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr. Frank Archibong,  stressed that Mr. Alfred Charles has embarked  on Human-centered oriented projects and has  demonstrate the importance of responsive leadership and the role of local governments in accelerating economic growth across Akwa Ibom State.

Some of the achievements of Honourable  Alfred Charles within twenty months as chairman of Nsit Ubium LGA includes:  purchase of 2025/26 JAMB/UTME forms for over 500 candidates,  procurement of over 175 personal computers , bringing the total to 225 at the Patience Umo Eno ICT centre, installation of 70KW and 30KVA solar power system, and provision of 24hours Internet services at the Pastience Umo Eno ICT centre, Free Medical Outreach programs,  programmes Establishment and launching of an Education Trust Fund for outstanding students from Nsit Ubium,  Grading of over 30 rural roads across  the local government area, distributions of 20,000 educational learning materials to 38primary schools, presentation of Educational grant to the first batch of students in higher institutions under 100milluon Nsit Ubium Education Trust Fund,  Employment of  20 casual staffs, strengthening  of council secretariat security through partnership with 20 Nigerian  Peace  Nigerian Peace Corps personnels, enhancement of council safety through the installation of solar-powered streetlights, payment of school fees for numerous indigenes of Nsit Ubium
vocational training for 22 youths and educational assistance for families, securing of the council premises with 1,600 perimeter fencing,  to mention a few

The governor described the market as an ‘economic stimulator’, added  that the ultra-modern market would stimulate small scale businesses and ensure sustainable economic development within the communities.

His words “The chairman of Nsit Ubium, Mr. Alfred Charles has undertaken remarkable development projects that align with the ARISE Agenda.This ultra-modern market reflects the ARISE Agenda’s unwavering commitment to ensuring improved access to modern market infrastructure,”

Eno urged council chairmen in the state to emulate the steps taken by Mr Alfred Charles, the Chairman, Nsit Ubium Local Government Council.

In the samevien, the Coordinator of the office of the First Lady, Lady Helen Eno Obareki,  commended the Chairman of Nsit Ubium Local Government Council, Hon. Alfred Charles, has been applauded , for his commitment to improving the economic well-being of the people through the reconstruction of Urua Ntakrok and the disbursement of a ₦100 million empowerment package to 147 beneficiaries.
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‎Represented by the state’s Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Hon. Inibehe Silas Etukudo,  described the project as a major boost to the local economy, and the women in particularly, expressing her delight at the tremendous landmark achievement recorded in her beloved Local Government Area.
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‎She said the new market would provide a conducive environment for commerce, create sustainable sources of livelihood for women and families, and stimulate economic activities across the area.
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‎Lady Obareki applauded the Council Chairman for surpassing expectations of his administration, assuring him of her continuous support for programmes that promote the welfare and prosperity of the people. She also expressed appreciation to Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno for providing purposeful leadership and creating an enabling environment for development at the grassroots.
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‎She encouraged the Chairman to sustain the pace of development, reminding him that greater responsibilities follow when leaders utilise opportunities provided for service, by delivering tangible results and dividends.

In his remarks, the Nsit Ubium Chairman,  Mr. Alfred Charles said he will continue to  deliver people-oriented projects to his people, ensure safety of lives and properties,  create  enabling environment  for businesses to thrive and ensuring that residents benefit from the dividends of democracy. He said the market project and business grants were conceived to empower citizens, encourage enterprise, and strengthen the local economy.

His words ” The completion of this ultra-modern market project and several  others gave me a sense of fulfilment as an council administrator. Today is a day of joy, gratitude and fulfilment. We thank God for making this day possible, and for granting us the opportunity to serve our people.
The market provided a modern and conducive environment for small and medium scale businesses to thrive.
The market has three blocks of lock-up shops with thirty-six stores and 378 open market shades. It also has six multipurpose sheds, modern toilet facilities, and a generator house, among others”

Charles stated that 147 residents had benefited from the council’s N100 million empowerment fund for traders.

His words” We believe that when traders succeed, families prosper. This market will provide opportunities for traders, farmers and small business owners to thrive, while the empowerment programme will help improve household incomes and reduce poverty”.

He added that the market was designed to provide a modern and conducive environment for traders, farmers and small business owners.