Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State has signed an executive order to relocate all motor spare parts markets in Enugu to the newly constructed International Motor Spare Parts Market at Nsude.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nsude is in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State.
Signing the order on Friday at Government House, Enugu, Mbah said motor spare parts dealers would move from their current locations to the international market.
He assured that the government had considered all necessary safety measures for the new market.
The governor stated that construction was ongoing, with efforts focused on opening roads and installing essential facilities.
“Our hope is that, in the next few months, significant progress will be visible. This is an international market offering comprehensive services.
“There will be a clinic, fire service, and a truck park. Challenges in the existing market will be resolved in the new location.
“We are also ensuring that dealers live close to the market, with residential areas nearby.
“It is an ideal neighbourhood concept where traders can live comfortably while staying near their businesses,” he said.
Speaking to journalists, Dr Sam Ogbu-Nwobodo, Managing Director of Enugu State Investment Development Authority, said the new site provides more space for dealers.
Ogbu-Nwobodo noted that the new market is a well-planned commercial hub with modern facilities, security, recycling systems, and opportunities for dealers to own shops.
He explained that many traders previously struggled because their apprentices had nowhere to establish businesses after training.
“The location is strategic, as travellers heading to the Middle Belt, South-South, Onitsha, and Nnewi must pass through the market.
“This move will boost the state’s economy, and the shops will be both available and affordable,” he said.
Earlier, Mr Mike Nomeh, President of the Enugu Market Spare Parts Dealers Association, told journalists the association welcomed the relocation to Obofia Nsude.
Nomeh thanked the governor for fulfilling his campaign promise, adding that the dealers had agreed to relocate.
“In our general meeting, we resolved to move, so there is no dispute.
“Apart from Coal Camp, our members operate in Abakpa, Emene, Eke Obinagu, Gariki, Presidential Road, Old Artisan, and other locations in Enugu.
“Since 1999, many promises were made to relocate us, but none were fulfilled until Mbah came,” he said.
