Emeka Ihedioha. Governor of Imo State. |
The Governor of Imo
State, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha CON, has reiterated his commitment to ensuring
the welfare of traders in the state.
The governor also said
his government is poised to providing basic infrastructure as part of his plans
towards ensuring a conducive environment for business and economic boost in the
state.
He stated this when he
met with the union leaders and traders at the Imo International Modern Market,
Naze, known as Alaba Market on Tuesday.
Governor Ihedioha also
reminded them on the need to partner with the government in its efforts to
achieve all round development, through payment of taxes and levies, stressing
that, it is his desire to make Owerri and the state in general, the neatest in
the country.
"When I was
campaigning, I promised our people that we shall be interested in the
development of our markets. I am interested in providing infrastructure as well
as relate with the security agencies for adequate security here.
"We have taken
note of your challenges and will take deliberate actions to alleviate the
sufferings of traders and also grow the economy"
Emphasizing the need
for payment of tax, the governor said, "most importantly, you are expected
to pay your taxes, because, the infrastructure would be maintained and that can
only be done when you pay. And I want to assure you that the revenue we will
generate, will be effectively utilized".
Earlier in their
speeches, the Chairman of Imo State Market Development, Hon. Henry Onwukwe and
the Chairman of the Electrical/Electronic section of the market, Chief Emeka
Dike, who spoke on behalf of the entire traders, eulogised the governor for his
concern to their welfare.
They also threw their
weight behind all his decisions and programmes since his assumption of
office and assured of their continued support, adding that they are
confident he will address their challenges.
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