New Iriebe Yam Zone Gets New CTC

The Iriebe Yam Zone in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area now has a new caretaker to pilot its affairs.
Mallam Msugh Kukwa-led caretaker committee was inaugurated earlier this week and has sued for peace among members of the market association.
While speaking with newsmen in his office shortly after assuming office, Kukwa urged all factions to sheathe their swords.
Recall that two factions in the market were claiming leadership after the expiration of Alhaji Mohammadu Gembe-led exco.
Kuwka said members need to embrace peace in all forms to move the market forward and sustain development in the state.
He said everyone will be carried along for equity, peace and social harmony in the market, while appealing for total support and collaboration of members.
The new caretaker chairman further commended the timely intervention of the Commissioner of Police and other security agencies.
Kukwa noted that the fatherly role played by Iriebe traditional institution, led by Eze Jeremiah Worenwu, cannot be over emphasised.
He noted that the market had been peaceful since it was established many years ago, where different tribes in Nigeria and beyond transacted their businesses and assisted in building the economic base of the state.
The Chairman of the Iriebe Yam Zone assured the traders that he would work in synergy with all bodies to achieve success
Kukwa hinted on his readiness to hand over to new leadership after election must have been conducted, describing Iriebe as a peaceful community that always protected the interest of strangers
He said marketers and business communities were happy with the way the state governor, Chief Nyesom Wike had transformed and piloted the state.
He assured the governor that Iriebe yam traders will continue to support him.
Some of the traders, who spoke said the new chairman has all it takes to deliver and protect their interest.
They said the new chairman will bring his wealth of experience to bear, pledging to give him necessary support to excel and consolidate on the successes recorded by Alhaji Mohammadu-led executive.

By: Kevin Nengia