Hon Dr Chinedu Mbah Hails Enugu State Governor’s Bold Decision to Abolish Daily Levy on Petty Traders, Says the Policy Will End Exploitation and Restore Sanity in Markets
There was widespread jubilation across the markets in Enugu State following the decision of Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah to abolish daily market tolls on petty traders. The governor had, on Tuesday, 7th of April, 2026 through the Secretary to the State Government, Prof Chidiebere Onyia on behalf of the Governor, announced the immediate and indefinite suspension of daily revenue collection from traders without lockup shops, describing the practice as illegal and exploitative, particularly against vulnerable members of the trading community. Reacting to the development, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Market Liaison, Hon. Dr. Chinedu Mbah, hailed Governor Mbah for what he described as a bold and compassionate decision aimed at easing the burden on petty traders. Speaking in a statement issued in Enugu on Wednesday, Hon. Dr. Mbah noted that the governor’s action reflects his magnanimous nature and genuine concern for the welfare of the people, especially those at the...