Sequel to a successful meeting between the Executive Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Council, Olorogun (Barr) Jaro Movudu Egbo Ksc and members of Sand Dredgers Association and Union of Tippers & Quarry Employers of Nigeria (UTQUEN), Ughelli North Chapter, the council chairman has declared free entry and exit for sales of sharp sand in any part of Ughelli North Local Government Area.
The meeting which took place today, 20th January, 2025 at the Council Secretariat had the leadership of both Sand Dredgers Association and Tipper Drivers Union with principal council officials in attendance.
The following are the resolutions reached at the meeting.
- That the given price of sand is reduced to #30,000 per trip in Ughelli North LGA.
- That builders are free to source for sand from any beach without interference from any union or sand dredgers in the spirit of free Enterprise which is in line with the MORE Agenda of His Excellency, Rt Hon. Elder Sheriff F.O Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State.
3. That sand dealers are free to sell at any sustainable price, this is because the market forces are to determine prices
4. That builders can source for sand within and outside the local government that is cheaper/convenient to them without interference from any union whatsoever
5. That the Council Task force will arrest any tipper or truck that is not covered with tarpaulin or Truck selling wet sands littering our roads/streets with sands with immediate effect.
The council boss also called on the general public to take note and report anybody or individuals interfering with the sale of sand to the local Government Authority for immediate action, while advising the unions to go about their normal business of maintaining law and order in their dealings.
