RIVERS STATE GOVERNMENT ALLOCATES LONG-AWAITED MILE 1 SHOPS

In a move that has brought relief to traders in Rivers State, the state government has finally allocated the long-awaited Mile 1 shops to their original owners. The allocation process, which was done through the state government-approved ledger of 1982 to 1984, has been welcomed by the traders who have been waiting patiently for several years.

According to reports, the first batch of allocations was done, and the names of the beneficiaries were published. The National Chairman of the Reformed Traders Association of Nigeria, Bright Chinedu, confirmed the development, stating that the allocation process was transparent and fair.

The allocation of the Mile 1 shops is a significant milestone for the traders and the state government. The shops, which have been a subject of controversy for several years, have been the source of livelihood for many traders in the state. The delay in allocating the shops had caused uncertainty and hardship for the traders, who had been waiting for the state government to resolve the issue.

Governor Siminilayi Fubara has assured the traders that they should not feel threatened and should go through the proper processes to claim their shops. The governor’s assurance has brought relief to the traders, who had been worried about the fate of their shops.

The allocation of the Mile 1 shops is also expected to boost economic activities in the area. The shops, which are strategically located in the heart of Port Harcourt, are expected to attract more customers and businesses to the area. This, in turn, is expected to create more jobs and stimulate economic growth in the state.

In a statement, the Rivers State Government expressed its commitment to supporting the traders and ensuring that they have a conducive environment to operate. The government also urged the traders to cooperate with the authorities and follow the proper procedures to claim their shops.

The allocation of the Mile 1 shops is a welcome development for the traders and the state government. It is a testament to the government’s commitment to supporting the traders and promoting economic growth in the state. As the traders begin to occupy their shops, it is expected that the area will experience a surge in economic activities, creating more jobs and opportunities for the people of Rivers State.