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  The Governor Peter Mbah Administration in Enugu State Government has awarded the contract for the revamping of Hotel Presidential, a premier hotel in the heart of the state's capital. The administration also said that it was currently perfecting the terms of agreement for the resuscitation of the state-owned Nigergas Company Limited sequel to a memo by the Enugu State Investment Development Authority in line with Dr. Peter Mbah’s target to rehabilitate, refurbish, and commission all dormant state assets such as Nigergas. Government made these known after the State Executive Council meeting presided over by the governor at the weekend. Briefing Government House correspondents, the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr. Aka Eze Aka, and his Culture and Tourism counterpart, Dame Ugochi Madueke, said the moves were in line with the governor’s promise to convert all dormant assets in the state to productive assets.  According to Dame Madueke, revamping of...

April 04, 2024 The Executive Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubisi Mbah, has extended a helping hand to Enugu State Transport Management Authority (ESTMA) officers who were injured while on duty. The Governor, through his representative, the Hon. Commissioner for Transport, Dr. Obi Ozor, presented financial aid to three deserving officers, emphasizing the state's commitment to the well-being of its dedicated civil servants. During the official presentation of cheque held on Wednesday, Engr. Jude Chime, Ogbodu Vivian, and Ihejikalu Judith; ESTMA Officers who endured accidents in the line of duty, were each awarded a cheque of Five Hundred Thousand Naira (₦500,000), to assist in their speedy recovery and medical expenses. The gesture underscored the government's recognition of the sacrifices made by frontline workers and its unwavering support to their welfare. Dr. Obi Ozor, speaking on behalf of Governor Mbah, reiterated the administratio...

Former Chairman, Awgu Local Government Area, Hon. Pedro Okwudili Nwankwo (Ezeomeogo), felicitates the Immediate Past Governor of Enugu State, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Lawrence Ugwuanyi on his 60th Birthday Anniversary. In his felicitation message, dated 20th March, 2024, Hon. Nwankwo praised Ugwuanyi (Gburugburu) for his administrative acumen and valuable contributions to the public service sector in Enugu State. The Former Chairman recognized Ugwuanyi’s achievements in both his role as the Former Member Representing Igboeze North/Udenu Local Government Constituency and as ex-Governor, underscoring Ugwuanyi’s significant roles in fostering growth and development of Enugu State. Hon. Nwankwo said “On behalf of my Family, I join other Friends, Families and Political Associates to Congratulate Gburugburu on his 60th Birthday Anniversary. “Your dedication and services to Enugu State will always be remembered and appreciated. May the Newly attained milestone, be filled with joy, good he...

The former Chairman of Nkanu East LGA, Hon Sydney Okechukwu Edeh has commended Barr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, the Executive Governor of Enugu State for his visionary leadership and remarkable achievements. The message was issued on the joyous occasion of the Governor’s birthday, as Hon. Okey Edeh expressed appreciation for the Governor’s dedication to public service and his significant contributions to Enugu State. Describing Governor Mbah as quintessential, sagacious, and enigmatic, Hon. Edeh highlighted the Governor’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of the state’s residents, Saying Under his dynamic stewardship, Enugu State has witnessed unprecedented progress and development, guided by the visionary THEMES Agenda. The former Chairman emphasized that the Governor’s transformative initiatives have left an indelible mark on the state, revolutionizing governance and fostering prosperity. Acknowledging the Governor’s ability to inspire and unite the people of Enugu State , fo...

Josh Ejeh We simply cannot feign ignorance about the multi-faceted crises haunting Nigeria on all fronts. Nigeria is facing economic, development, security, hunger, political and technology crises presently with no probable end in sight. These results are accumulation of poor leadership and bad navigation of the country. Nigerians are dying of hunger brutality and the masses are the worst hit. The middle-class that could have served as a salvaging intervention and exchange point between what the Marxists referred to as bourgeois and proletariat, is almost annihilated from the country’s rung of economic equations.  Only a few hours ago, another disturbing headline hit the pages of the national dailies and social media. It is the inflation headline rate surging at a geometric progression, leaving a bleak trail of more people sinking deeper into the pit of poverty. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, headline inflation rate in January 2024 was 29.9%, and until ...

Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State says his administration is very much determined to preserve the State's forestry, reduce emissions and enrich the land resources.  Governor Mbah made this known on Tuesday in his office when he received in audience, members of the Foreign Commission, Wealth Development Office on a courtesy call.  Governor Mbah who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Chidiebere Onyia,stated that forests have great roles on human existence, noting that ,not only in food production, that they help in checking carbon emissions, protect ozone layer depletion,enhance land resources and also preserve the environment.  He maintained that Enugu State has massive forestry, adding that the present administration is committed to their preservation and also promote aforestation.  He stated that for the international experts to indicate their willingness to offer technical advice to the State on how to preserve...

Gov. Mbah  Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah says his administration is very much committed to enhance food security in the State, create jobs, increase the State's revenue from the current 4.4billion dollars to 30billion dollars. Governor Mbah made this known on Tuesday in his office when he signed the Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) agreement with the leadership of Ugwuanama Farms Limited for the leasing of fifteen thousand hectares of land at Isi-Uzo Local Government Area for the cultivation of crops that the State has comparative advantage.  The products to be cultivated include rice, yam, cassava, maize among others.  Gov. Mbah ably represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Chidiebere Onyia,stated that the present administration in the State on assumption of office stated its determination to increase the State's revenue from the current 4.4billion to 30 billion dollars, noting that the State will not achieve this witho...

Gov. Mbah The Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has appointed Sir Chinyeka Ohaa, as the Chairman of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) Governing Council. The governor also approved the appointments of Prof. Ikenna Chukwu, Engr. James Ajibo Ifeanyi, Gladys Ngozi Okoro, Hon. Chinedu Onu and Dr. Eric Oluedo as members of the governing council. In a public service announcement signed by Secretary to the Enugu State Government (SSG), Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, on Tuesday, Governor Mbah equally appointed Prof. Uchenna Ekwochi as Provost of the College of Medicine, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT). Also, Mr. Francis Aninwike will lead the Enugu State Structure for Signage and Advertisement Agency (ENSAA) as the General Manager. The statement noted that the appointments were made based on merits, experiences, track records, and stellar leadership qualities possessed by the candidates, adding that they were expected to reposition ...