On October 30, 2026, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu state presented a comprehensive mid-term stewardship report, detailing his administration's progress on its manifesto and social contract. The event, attended by political leaders, clergy, traditional institutions, and stakeholders from across the 17 Local Government Areas, showcased the governor's commitment to transparent governance and service delivery. The report highlighted the administration's achievements in various sectors, including education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
The Chairman of Igboeze South Local Government Area, Hon. Barr Ugo Ferdinand Ukwueze, commended Governor Mbah's administration for its remarkable milestones, urging the people of Enugu to take pride in the excellent performance. He noted that education is a top priority, with the construction of 268 Smart Green Schools across the 312 wards, providing practical, future-proofing support to the next generation through skilled technical education and software development. This initiative aims to equip young people with the skills needed to compete in the modern economy.
Hon. Ukwueze also highlighted the administration's strategic activation of the Enugu Air economy and aviation ecosystem, including the establishment of CNG bus terminals to improve urban mobility. Additionally, the administration has made significant investments in agriculture, including the revitalization of United Palm Products Limited, with over One Hundred Billion Naira injected into the palm plantation ecosystem. This project has created new economic opportunities and jobs for the local population.
The administration has also made notable progress in the extractive and energy sector, with a strategic partnership through the Bureau of Public Enterprises unlocking Enugu's vast coal deposits. Over two billion metric tonnes of high-grade coal are domiciled in Enugu's soil, with a credible investor already secured. The state is set to unveil a new energy economy at Amansiodo, which is expected to drive economic growth and development.
In the healthcare sector, Hon. Ukwueze observed that the Mbah administration is revolutionizing healthcare delivery through the construction and equipping of 260 Type Two Primary Healthcare Centres across all wards. The administration has also recruited 2,250 health personnel to ensure 24/7 service delivery and address critical manpower gaps. Furthermore, the establishment of Enugu's quaternary healthcare level, equipped with advanced diagnostic services, aims to reverse medical tourism and position Enugu as a medical hub.
The administration has also invested in infrastructure development, including the development of six immersive tourism sites, such as the longest zip-line in the world. Additionally, the Nsude Pyramid, a heritage monument with over 2000 years of history, is being reclaimed and repositioned as a global cultural asset. The 17 Local Government Chairmen have unanimously adopted the manifesto as a shared social contract with measurable key performance indicators, demonstrating their commitment to the administration's vision.
Hon. Ukwueze expressed gratitude to the clergy, noting that 66 Dioceses have honoured Governor Peter Mbah for his moral leadership and inclusive governance. The governor's efforts have fostered harmony between government and the faith community, demonstrating the administration's commitment to collaboration and partnership. The event concluded with a sense of collective ownership and optimism for the future of Enugu state.
Key points
- Governor Peter Mbah's administration has made significant investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
- The administration has activated the Enugu Air economy and aviation ecosystem, and invested in agriculture and the extractive sector.
- The 17 Local Government Chairmen have adopted the manifesto as a shared social contract with measurable key performance indicators.
