Nigeria’s Gov Muftwang commissions 165 shops, 133, lock-up stalls, 2000 accommodation for traders

Nigeria

Nigeria’s Governor Caleb Mutfwang in northcentral Plateau State, has commissioned the Jos Metropolitan Development Board’s (JMDB) ultra-modern market in Bukuru Jos South Local Government Area.

The market, which was completed within 11 months, features 164 shops, 16 warehouses, 133 lock-up shops, 15 small shops, 116 stalls, and open spaces for hawkers, with a capacity to accommodate over 2,000 traders.

Addressing a gathering of dignitaries, stakeholders, traders, and community members, the Governor said the market will gender economic growth, adding that women and traders who have endured harsh conditions for years, will find rest in the new gesture.

According to him: “This state-of-the-art market represents a significant opportunity for the economic empowerment of our women and youth. I salute our mothers on the Plateau who are the economic earners for their families”, he said.

However, in line with the Greater Jos Master Plan, the Governor outlined his administration’s broader vision of building functional, modern cities with economic hubs across the State.

Our correspondent reports that other markets currently in the pipeline include projects in Kugiya, Jos main Market, Mararraban Jama’a, and neighborhood markets in Shandam, Mangu, and Basa LGAs.

“Let us move together as sons and daughters of Plateau to make life better for our people. United, we can achieve more and build a brighter future”, he said.

In his goodwill message, the Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Na’anlong Daniel Gapyil, praised the Governor’s vision and policies.

He pledged to work closely with the Governor to ensure that every legislative framework empowers him to achieve more for the people of the State.

In his welcome address, Architect Heart Bankart, General Manager JMDB, highlighted the market’s significance in boosting economic activity and Infrastructural development:

“The JMDB Market Bukuru is a testament to our commitment to creating modern, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure”, he said.

He revealed that Phase two of the market project is already in planning, with support from private individuals and partners. However, he noted that JMDB still faces challenges requiring government intervention, especially in inter-agency coordination.