MODERN SHOPPING MALL UNDER CONSTRUCTION AT NWAFOR ORIZU COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, NSUGBE

A significant development is currently underway at Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe, as the institution witnesses the rise of modern shopping mall within its campus environment.

This project is part of a larger infrastructure transformation plan initiated by the Anambra State Government under the leadership of Governor Chukwuma Soludo.

Designed to serve as a commercial and social hub for both students and the surrounding community, the shopping malls will feature a range of retail spaces aimed at boosting on-campus business activity and convenience.

The layout includes provision for mini supermarkets, bookshops, hair salons, tech repair outlets, food vendors, and fashion stores, all tailored to meet student needs and preferences.

This initiative is more than just a structural upgrade—it is an economic opportunity.

The new mall is expected to stimulate student entrepreneurship, create job opportunities, and reduce the need for students to travel outside the campus for basic services. By bringing essential goods and services closer, the project promises to enhance safety, save time, and support academic focus.

Beyond business, the shopping mall will provide a space where students can socialize, network, and experience a sense of modern community life within the college. With easy access to essentials and recreational services, campus life is poised for a dynamic shift.

STAKEHOLDER RESPONSE

The project has received widespread praise from students, who have often voiced the challenges of accessing daily necessities off-campus.

Lecturers and administrative staff have also welcomed the development, citing its potential to increase economic activity and improve the overall quality of life on campus.