11/10/2026
MAYOR INSPECTS NEARLY COMPLETED AFIANKWO MODERN MARKET, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO GRASSROOTS DEVELOPMENT
The Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA, Hon. Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, embarked on an inspection tour of the nearly completed Afiankwo Modern Market in Abiriba, alongside the Supervisor for Works, Hon Ifeanyi Kalu, to assess the progress of the project and ensure that the facility is ready to serve the people.
The modern market, equipped with a water borehole, well-constructed toilet facilities, and electricity, represents a significant investment in community infrastructure and local economic development. Beyond providing a conducive trading environment, the project is designed to strengthen commercial activities, support small businesses, improve sanitation, and create better opportunities for traders and residents of Abiriba and neighbouring communities.
The initiative aligns with the broader development vision of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, Executive Governor of Abia State, whose administration has prioritised infrastructure renewal and the delivery of essential services to the people. Through projects such as the Afiankwo Modern Market, the benefits of governance are being extended to the grassroots, demonstrating the importance of translating development policies into tangible improvements in the lives of ordinary citizens.
As the project approaches completion, it stands as an important milestone in the ongoing efforts to improve commercial infrastructure across Ohafia LGA. With sustained commitment to development, accountability, and service delivery, the people can look forward to a future where communities are better equipped to thrive economically and socially.
As Abia State approaches 2027, the need to sustain ongoing development efforts and consolidate the gains already recorded remains an important consideration. The expectation is that the progress achieved under the administration of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr Alex Chioma Otti OFR, alongside grassroots initiatives by local government leadership, will provide a foundation for continued development across the state.
The Afiankwo Modern Market is more than a trading facility; it is an investment in the economic future of Abiriba and Ohafia LGA and a testament to the importance of bringing development closer to the people.
Hon. Eme D**e Okpa
Media Aide to Ohafia LGA Council ✍️