More Agenda: Ukodhiko Boosts Ozoro Market Infrastructure, Begins Construction of 10 Lock-Up Stalls

In a move to support grassroots economic development and complement the Delta State Government’s MORE Agenda, the member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Pst. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, has commenced the construction of two blocks comprising ten lock-up stalls at the Ozoro Main Market in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State.

The foundation-laying ceremony, which took place yesterday, was performed on behalf of the lawmaker by his Senior Special Assistant on Political Matters, Pst. Sunday Elueni.

Speaking at the ceremony, Elueni commended Rep. Ukodhiko for conceptualising the project, noting that the initiative was aimed at providing additional trading spaces for market women and other traders in Ozoro and the wider Isoko community.

He explained that the project, when completed, would complement existing market infrastructure provided by the Delta State Government under the MORE Agenda of Governor, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori. He added that the additional stalls would expand the available commercial spaces for allocation to traders by the local government and enhance revenue generation.

Expressing his delight at performing the foundation-laying ceremony, Elueni said; “Today, I am delighted to lay the foundation block for this important project on behalf of my principal, Rep. Pst. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, who represents Isoko North and South Federal Constituency.

“This project is particularly dear to me because I am from Ozoro, and it is one of the four projects facilitated by my principal for the community.

“I am optimistic that our other constituency projects captured in the 2025 and 2026 federal budgets and located across various communities in Isoko will also begin to receive attention, following the earlier delays occasioned by the non-implementation of the 2025 and 2026 budgets and the gradual commencement of implementation of the relevant budget provisions.

“I sincerely appreciate the Chairman of Isoko North Local Government Area, Elder Godwin Ogorugba, and the leadership of Ozoro community, led by its President-General, Chief Berkeley Asiafa, for providing the space for the execution of this project at the Ozoro Main Market.”

The construction of the ten lock-up stalls represents another intervention by Rep. Ukodhiko aimed at improving local commercial infrastructure, supporting small-scale businesses and creating a more conducive trading environment for residents of the constituency.