Nkwoala Market NGOR Okpala in Dire Need of Government Intervention

Current Situation at Mkwoala Market

Nkwoala Market, the largest in Ngor Okpala and one of the most significant local markets in Imo State, serves as a vital hub for regional trade. Every week, it draws traders and buyers from Calabar, Rivers State, Abia State, Owerri, and Enugu State—making it a melting pot of commerce and culture.

Despite its importance, market users are mandated to pay weekly revenue fees—a system that places financial pressure on many small-scale traders struggling to stay afloat. More concerning is the deteriorating condition of the market itself. Infrastructure is poor, sanitation is lacking, and the general environment falls short of the standards expected of a market of such scale and economic relevance.

Nkwoala Market is more than a trading space; it is a lifeline for thousands of families and a pillar of local economic activity. There is an urgent need for government attention—a review of the current revenue model and strategic investments in infrastructure and hygiene.

Watch the Deplorable state on the video below 👇