Jonathan opens Wuye market

The market built on 7.3 hectares is in red burnt bricks and green aluminum roofing sheets. Most buildings are single storey. The entire roads are asphalted and walkways paved.Jonathan who described the market as a good new year gift to market women, cut the tape and unveiled the plaque bearing his name.Trade contributes to 15 […]

The market built on 7.3 hectares is in red burnt bricks and green aluminum roofing sheets. Most buildings are single storey. The entire roads are asphalted and walkways paved.
Jonathan who described the market as a good new year gift to market women, cut the tape and unveiled the plaque bearing his name.
Trade contributes to 15 percent of Nigeria’s GDP, he stated.
Jonathan urged users of the market not to abuse the facilities and maintain good sanitary conditions so as to ward off rodents, reptiles and insects.
FCT Minister Bala Mohammed described the market as a significant landmark of his administration in provision of amenities.
“We hope this will serve as a catalyst for economic growth and enhancement of commercial activities within Wuye District in particular and FCT at large,” he added.
The market which is a government/private sectors mix is on build operate and transfer basis.
President of the market women association Mrs Felicia Sani who led large group of her members to the occasion pleaded with government to make available lower denominations of the naira in the market.
The Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL) which coordinates private investment on behalf of the FCTA oversaw the project.
The developer is to manage the facility for the reversionary period of 13 years then let it to AICL to manage on behalf of the FCTA.
One of the main buildings in the market named Dame (Dr) Patience Faka Jonathan Block was commissioned by the first lady.
The Benue State Governor, Gabriel Suswam who turned up with his wife in tow was seen grinning continually and happily exchanging pleasantries with guests.
Former Senate President Iyorchia Ayu who hardly attends public events was also seen close to the governor.