The people of Nkanu East Local Government Area led by the executive chairman Hon. Sydney Okechukwu Edeh, paid a solidarity and courtesy visit to the executive Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Barr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, at his country home in Owo, to express solidarity and appreciation.
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During the visit, Hon. Edeh commended Governor Mbah for his exemplary leadership and unprecedented developmental strides that is very unique. He described Mbah as a “worthy ambassador” of Nkanu East, noting that the visit aimed at recognizing and appreciating the governor’s enormous contributions to the area as a true son of the soil.
The chairman said that the governor’s efforts in connecting communities with critical infrastructure such as access roads and various developmental projects across the local government area is laudable. He also expressed gratitude for the inclusion of some Nkanu East sons and daughters in the state cabinet.
In their separate speeches, the Chairman of the Nkanu East Council of Traditional Rulers, HRH Edeani of Ohani Autonomous Community, Amechi-idodo, Commissioner for Science and Technology Engr. Prince Lawrence Ezeh, and Women Leader of PDP Nkanu East, Hon. Chinwe Mbah, lauded Governor Mbah’s transformative agenda in the educational, tourism infrastructure health among other sectors. They applauded his initiative to establish 260 Smart Green Schools across the state, and the construction of 260 Type 2 hospitals aimed at reducing maternal mortality rates.
The delegation further praised the governor for completing several strategic projects abandoned by previous administrations, stating that these efforts have positioned Enugu as a desirable destination for investors and tourists. They noted that the governor’s commitment to enhancing the lives of citizens across all 260 political wards reflects his genuine dedication to the welfare of the people of Enugu.
In his remarks, the elated Governor thanked the people of Nkanu East for their visit, reiterating his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance and the welfare of all citizens.
He emphasized that no nation can successfully combat poverty without education, which is why his government is constructing 260 Smart Green Schools one in each ward of Enugu State. “By September this year, all these smart schools will be opened for our children,” he stated.
We are constructing 260 Type 2 hospitals across the state. “These facilities will not only be built but fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to make childbirth safer for our women, address the issue of maternal mortality and provide affordable Healthcare services to NDI Enugu,” he added.
On security and agriculture, he said, “We are intentional about ending farmer-herder clashes, which is why we have embarked on farm estate projects across all 260 wards. These estates will serve commercial purposes, enabling people to farm and sell their produce simultaneously.”
“Our current focus is on primary roads, but we will soon extend to secondary and tertiary roads in communities across the state. No Enugu indigene should have to beg or write before their roads are paved—it is a necessity. We must connect the entire state with accessible roads.”
He acknowledged the people’s role in achieving these goals, saying, “We cannot succeed without your support and prayers. I urge you to continue praying for us so that we may accomplish all we have set out to do for the people of Enugu.”
Concluding his address, he expressed deep gratitude to Nkanu East: “Once again, I thank you, the great people of Nkanu East, for standing by me, your son. What you have done here today will propel us to achieve even greater things.”
Highlight of the occasion was presentation of HORSE, EAGLE AND 14 COWS representing 14 wards of Nkanu East to the Governor.
The event was attended by dignitaries including
former deputy governors, His Excellency Sunday Onyebuchi, Bishop Raph Nwoye, former House of reps member Hon Anayo Edeh, Dr G. Ọ. C Àjà among other notable sons and daughters of Nkanu East LGA.
@Nkanu East Media