By Kingsley Mamore, GNA
Kpassa (O/R), May 13, GNA – The 24-Hour Economy Market Project site for the Nkwanta North District has officially been handed over to Good Pillars International to commence construction, with completion expected within 30 months.Â
The handing-over ceremony, held at the project site, marked a significant step in the district’s development agenda aimed at expanding trade and creating employment opportunities under the government’s 24-Hour Economy initiative.
The event was attended by the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Nkwanta North Constituency, Mr John Oti Bless; the District Chief Executive (DCE), Mr Dordoe Kudjoe Isaiah; the District Coordinating Director; Assembly Members; traditional leaders and residents.
Mr Richmond Kwabena, the surveyor for the project, assured stakeholders of his commitment to providing technical guidance and ensuring strict adherence to engineering standards throughout the construction period.
He appealed to community members and residents to take an active interest in the project by regularly visiting the site to monitor the progress and quality of work being carried out by the contractor.
Mr Dordoe urged residents of the district to take ownership of the project by monitoring progress and safeguarding the site to ensure that the contractor delivers quality work within the stipulated timeframe.
He described the market as a major development initiative expected to boost commercial activities, create economic opportunities for traders and improve access to modern trading facilities in the district.
“The 24-Hour Economy Market is designed to operate beyond the usual trading hours to support businesses and promote continuous economic activity. I therefore appeal to all stakeholders to protect the project to ensure it benefits the people of Nkwanta North,” the DCE added.
Mr Bless commended the government for including his constituency in the rollout of the 24-Hour Economy programme and pledged to work closely with the Assembly to ensure the successful completion of the project.
Residents who attended the ceremony expressed optimism that the market, when completed, would reduce congestion, improve trading conditions and enhance income-generating opportunities for traders.
The 24-Hour Economy Market Project forms part of a nationwide programme aimed at promoting continuous productivity and job creation through infrastructure development and business support interventions.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Benjamin Mensah