By Diana Oluwole
OVWIAN/Nigeria: In a bold move aimed at safeguarding the economic lifeline of Ovwian, Mr. Dele Okuku, President of the community union, has issued a resolute warning against individuals attempting to purchase parcels of land within the vicinity of the Ovwian Harbour market, emphasizing that no part of the land is available for sale.
Addressing journalists on Saturday, President Okuku underscored the critical significance of preserving the vitality of the Ovwian Harbour Market, a cornerstone of the community’s economic infrastructure. “The Ovwian Harbour Market is a pillar of our community, and we will not tolerate any attempts to compromise its integrity,” asserted Okuku.
Highlighting the market’s deep-rooted cultural significance and its indispensable role in the local economy, Okuku reiterated his commitment to taking all necessary measures to shield the livelihoods of indigenous traders and uphold the market’s status as a thriving economic nucleus of the community.
President Okuku unequivocally stated that no portion of the market’s land was available for sale. He further cautioned prospective buyers who might have already made deposits to individuals purporting to be leaders, stressing that such transactions were conducted at their own peril. He emphasized that the land in question belonged to the community as a whole, not to any individual.
The stern warning issued by President Okuku serves as a clear indication of the community’s unwavering resolve to protect its economic interests and preserve the heritage of the Ovwian Harbour Market for generations to come.
