The Executive Chairman of Awgu Local Government Area, Hon. Uchenna Joseph Okolo, has commended Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah for what he described as bold and far-reaching reforms transforming the education and healthcare sectors in Enugu State, following the official flag-off of a 200-bed capacity students’ hostel at the College of Nursing Sciences, Awgu.
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The groundbreaking ceremony marked a significant milestone in the state government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare education and upgrading critical learning infrastructure. The event attracted a wide array of stakeholders, including top government officials, traditional rulers, clergy, academic staff, and students, highlighting its importance and broad public relevance.
Representing the governor at the ceremony, the Special Adviser on Health, Dr. Yomi Jaye, led dignitaries to the project site and performed the official groundbreaking. He described Governor Mbah as a “do-and-talk leader,” emphasizing the administration’s consistent drive to deliver practical and impactful reforms across key sectors.
Dr. Jaye highlighted the institution’s transition from a School of Midwifery to a full-fledged College of Nursing Sciences, noting that the upgrade reflects a deliberate effort to reposition healthcare education and expand the state’s capacity for training skilled professionals.
“This institution has evolved from being underestimated to becoming unstoppable,” he said.
He further explained that the 200-bed hostel project is designed to provide a modern, safe, and conducive living environment for students, while urging contractors and the Ministry of Works to ensure strict adherence to quality standards and timely completion.
In his welcome address, Hon. Okolo lauded the governor’s infrastructural strides, stating that Enugu State is experiencing measurable growth across critical sectors such as education, healthcare, and agriculture. He noted that these developments are already making a tangible impact at the grassroots level.
Reaffirming the support of Awgu residents, Okolo emphasized the need for continuity to sustain the pace of development.
“We owe him a lot from the grassroots and must ensure continuity. Awgu Local Government is ready,” he declared.
Also speaking, the Provost of the College, Dr. Peace Ani, expressed gratitude to the state government for addressing longstanding infrastructural challenges within the institution. She noted that the hostel project would significantly ease accommodation constraints faced by students.
“Today, we are delighted that one of our major challenges, student accommodation, is being decisively addressed,” she said.
The ceremony concluded on a vibrant note, with students presenting cultural performances that added colour and excitement to the historic occasion.
Upon completion, the 200-bed hostel is expected to significantly reduce accommodation pressure, enhance student welfare, and strengthen the College of Nursing Sciences, Awgu, as a leading hub for quality healthcare training in Enugu State. The project further reinforces the state government’s broader vision of building a modern, functional, and globally competitive education and healthcare system.