Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State recently embarked on a tour of the state's 68 Development Centres, commissioning several development projects in Aninri West and Aninri North Development Centres of Aninri Local Government Area. The projects include the Amorji, Uhueze, and Agbada Nenwe campuses of the Smart Green School, as well as the Type 2 Primary Healthcare Centre, Agbada Nenwe, and the Type 2 Healthcare Facility, Amorji, Nenwe.
During his tour, Mbah engaged with stakeholders and interacted with the people, polling unit by polling unit, to gather feedback on government projects and policies. He emphasized that his administration's inclusive development model ensures that no part of the state is left behind, with projects and opportunities distributed across wards. This approach aims to bring governance closer to the people and address their needs effectively.
The governor highlighted the significance of education in his administration's agenda, noting that the Smart Green Schools initiative aims to democratize quality learning and prepare Enugu children for the global economy. He stressed that investing in education is crucial for sustainable development, as it will equip future generations with the skills needed to maintain infrastructure and drive progress.
On healthcare, Mbah mentioned that his administration has built 260 Type 2 Primary Healthcare Centres across the state's 260 electoral wards. He also announced the recruitment of 2,250 healthcare personnel to ensure that these facilities are well-staffed and functional. The governor emphasized that the success of these healthcare initiatives will be measured by outcomes such as successful deliveries and vaccination rates.
Mbah also discussed his administration's plans for road construction, promising to deliver 10,000km of roads by 2031. He noted that while progress has been made, with 1,521km of roads constructed or reconstructed so far, more work remains to be done. To accelerate road construction, the governor announced plans to establish additional asphalt plants in Enugu West and North Zones.
The governor expressed his commitment to supporting rural communities, particularly in enhancing agricultural production. He encouraged farmers to adopt mechanized farming methods and announced plans to provide equipment and financial support to clusters of farmers. This initiative aims to increase productivity and add value to agricultural produce in the state.
During his visit to Aninri North Development Centre, Mbah assured residents of his administration's commitment to enhancing livelihoods and productivity in rural communities. He highlighted the area's potential for food production and promised to provide equipment to scale up production. The governor also announced that the road from Nomeh to Oduma would be completed by the end of the year, following delays due to the rainy season.
Key points
- Governor Peter Mbah's administration has built 260 Type 2 Primary Healthcare Centres across Enugu State's 260 electoral wards.
- The governor aims to deliver 10,000km of roads by 2031, with 1,521km constructed or reconstructed so far.
- Mbah's administration is committed to enhancing agricultural production in rural communities through mechanized farming methods and financial support.
