The N1.5 billion Kwara State International Market in Gbugbu in Edu Local Government Area is about 98 per cent completed, the Project Site Engineer, Yisa Gisang, has said.

Gisang said the market was divided into three phases with the first phase completed, assuring Kwarans that the phase one would be delivered in a few days.

He said phase one has 22 lock-up shops, 10 blocks of 200 open shops, public toilets in various parts of the market, and security posts, among other facilities that have been put in place.

He explained that the construction project was executed to meet the international standard and according to specifications.

“We have executed the project properly and it is 98 per cent completed. We are still working on a few things like installation of a fire extinguisher, water reticulation, and other minor works. We want to deliver the first phase next week,” he said.

A community member, Yahman Jubril, praised the Governor, Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq for embarking on such a big project for the benefit of the community.

AbdulRazaq confirmed the first phase of the project comprises 200 open stores and 22 lock-up shops — complete with electrical fittings and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities to maintain a healthier trading environment.

He said the delivery of the project was satisfactory, adding that the next two phases would include abattoir, police station, fire station, car park, administrative office, among others.