OLUWATUYI COMMISSIONS "SHASHA"COMMUNITY MARKET IN IGEDE.

OLUWATUYI COMMISSIONS "SHASHA"COMMUNITY MARKET IN IGEDE.

....URGES PROPER MAINTENANCE AND PEACE.

BY ASUBIOJO G.O

The newly designated ShaSha Market in Igede–Ekiti was officially commissioned on Monday by the Executive Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government, Honourable Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga.The commissioning marks a key milestone in improving local commerce and strengthening the economic base of the community.

During the event, the Chairman expressed appreciation to the Kabiyesi and traditional chiefs for their unwavering support. He encouraged residents to make consistent use of the market, maintain a tidy and peaceful trade environment, and avoid conflicts. He specifically urged members of the Hausa trading community to handle financial obligations diligently, care for infrastructure, and cooperate with local government officers for the long-term sustainability of the market.

The market is expected to boost local economic activity, creating opportunities for traders, encouraging micro–entrepreneurship, and attracting buyers from surrounding areas.

It will also serve as a social and cultural bridge, promoting unity and healthy interactions between diverse communities, especially between Yoruba and Hausa residents.

In his remarks, the Kabiyesi,His Royal Majesty, Oba Aladesuru James Adelusi (JP)thanked the market committee and Iya-Lajee for their efforts. He implored the Hausa trading community to ensure fair pricing that would encourage patronage from far and near. He emphasized cooperation and mutual respect as essential values for building sustainable market growth.

ShaSha Market is projected to strengthen Igede–Ekiti as a thriving commercial hub, ensuring steady food supply, encouraging fair price competition, and reducing the need for residents to travel to distant markets for basic commodities. It is seen as a practical engine for grassroots economic development and a symbol of shared community progress.

Responding on behalf of the Hausa traders, the Seriki expressed gratitude to the local authority and the Kabiyesi. He pledged commitment to peace, unity, affordability of products, and cooperation for the collective benefit of the town.

The ceremony was attended by the Vice Chairman, Hon. Remi Alade; the Local Government Secretary, Hon. Dr. Tunji Sule; HLA Mrs. Akinbobola Deborah-B; the representative of Iyaloja Ekiti State, Mrs. Alade; the Iya Loja Igede; the Director of Internal Audit, Mr. Faluyi Joseph; and other notable personalities.