Wike to dissolve Task Force on street Trading if...

Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has declared that if the productivity of the Task Force on Street Trading, Illegal Markets and Motor Parks continues to decline, he will dissolve the Task Force. Addressing members of the Task Force at the Government House Port Harcourt, Governor Wike regretted that the operatives have compromised in some locations which have affected their performance. The Governor said that the Task Force through reduced performance has allowed street traders to return to Mile One, Air Force Junction, Rumuokoro and Agip areas of the state capital. He however praised the team’s operating in Garrison. Governor Wike warned the Operatives of the Task Force on Street Trading, Illegal Markets and Motor Parks against acts of extortion, saying that they must focus on their official responsibility. He stated that leaders of non-performing zones must rise up and work hard to ensure that the streets are free from illegal traders and motor Parks. The State chief executive warned members of the public against physically assaulting operatives of the Task Force adding that going forward; the State Government will take measures to protect the operatives from criminal elements. Governor Wike who said that the Task Force started excellently encouraged them not to end badly. He wondered why operatives would be complaining about their monthly allowances when they earn more than some civil servants. The Governor urged them to see their appointments as a privilege to serve the state and build their future.