Ugo Nosiri, Owerri
The Imo State Government, through the Owerri Capital Development Authority (OCDA), says it will commence demolition exercise at the Old Timber Market.
This follows the expiration of a 21-day ultimatum to vacate the area.
During a final visit to serve as a reminder, the General Manager, Hon. Frank Nkem, toured the premises and engaged with the leadership to reiterate the need to comply with the notice to vacate the illegal occupation, which had expired.
The government expressed concern over how the area has allegedly become a breeding ground for criminal activities, including gun-running, drug peddling, and other unlawful practices.
Despite the official relocation of traders to the Naze Industrial Market many years ago, a remnant of the traders had remained recalcitrant, refusing to comply with the relocation directive.
