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His Strategic Objective

His Mission and Vision for the state

Who is Peter Mbah?

Introduction

Yesterday, the PDP Candidate, Peter Mbah Presented his Manifesto.

I will be uploading the entire document here.

I will also upload those of Edeoga, Nweke Jnr and Nnaji when it becomes public.

Congratulation to Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, Senator Chuka Utazi, Fabian Ajogwu, Prof Nebo and other Enugu Sons on the list.

https://nsukkaherald..com/2022/10/president-buhari-to-confer-national.html

Congratulation to Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, Senator Chuka Utazi, Fabian Ajogwu, Prof Nebo and other Enugu Sons on the list.

https://nsukkaherald..com/2022/10/president-buhari-to-confer-national.html

signz:
What ndi Nsukka have said here is a revelation. I sincerely thought Gburugburu did well in his Zone.

So Ideke + Obi factor may actually work after all. This is good news.

The only down side is he'll definitely work against Peter Obi, except Peter Obi somehow miraculously convinces Ideke to step down.

It is difficult to say Gburugburu didn't do well in Enugu North. To be fair to him, he tried in a few areas; A University plus a teaching hospital at orba; A speciality hospital at Enugu Ezike, A secretariat Annex, a conference centre and an estate at Ede-Oballa, the Opi-Nsukka and the township road at Nsukka and others. To be fair to him, nobody 10% of what he did in the zone. His dwindling popularity can be traced to :

1. The level of decay in infrastructural deficit over the years has made all his efforts to be largely insignificant.
2. Imposition of unpopular candidates across the zone and even beyond.
3. His adoption of the primitive philosophy of "Nrashi" which prioritizes stomach infrastructure over developmental projects.
4. Poor Media team
5. Inability to maintain and improve infrasture in the capital

It will be interesting to see how all these will shape the campaign and then the election outcome.

I am also watching how the presidential election in the state will turn out.

Ugwuanyi did not support the Atiku/Obi ticket in 2019 because of the closeness of the Atiku to Okwesilieze Nwodo. I don't see him supporting Atiku now.

Obi and his LP team are also a threat to this man (Mbah). I don't know if he will be able to reach a pact with Obi.

or will he go the Chimaroke way and support Tinubu and the APC?

......it promises to be interesting

OkpaNsukkaisBae:
I wonder why Gburugburu took the senatorial ticket of Igbo-Eze south & people like Vitta Abbah & Dan Shere are supporting him.

Politics is all about interest.

Gburugburu may appear weak but he is brutal when it comes to political execution. He tactically made it impossible for any serious contender from Igbo Eze to be able to challenge him for the PDP Senatorial ticket for Enugu North.

Vitta Abbah is running for the Nsukka/Igbo-Eze-South HoR seat. He is facing strong opposition from the Labour Party candidate Chidi Obetta (A very popular young man who owns one of the most popular hotels in NsuKka). Vitta's issue even became more complicated a few weeks back, after it was discovered that he used different names in the credentials he submitted to INEC.

The Opi-born medical doctor and former SSG under Chimaroke-Dan Shere; has been trying to rebuild his political fortune after his unsuccessful bid for the governorship in 2011 under PDC. He has since returned to PDP and has been operating under the radar. He is very respected among PDP stakeholders from Enugu North and insiders say he was instrumental in pitching the Peter Mbah to Gburugburu and ensuring that the delegates from the North delivered him during the primaries even though many of them only knew Edeoga before then.

christejames:
Major part of that political structure of PDP and ebeano are sympathetic to Edeoga.

Ekweremadu camp will easily fall for him...

Majority of Enugu north will vote for him due to the way Gburugburu later became too clannish, taking both the deputy gov, senate and some other key political appointments and infrastructure to Udenu.

Edeoga is a home boy and understands Enugu politics so much.

Oga Chris,

You are attaching emotion to your analysis.

I have studied Nigeria's election pattern for over 15 years and there is a pattern I have discovered in the South East.

Outside IMO state, the chance of winning a gubernatorial election without the support of the incumbent is only 15% and the reason is very simple. South East has the worst voter turnout since 2011, the only people that come out to vote are card-carrying members of political parties and since PDP is the dominant party here, an idiot contesting under PDP has an 85% advantage over a genius in another party.

However, one thing that Obi has done is to raise voters' consciousness and if the momentum continues till February, we may be in for some shockers. However, if ordinary people allow career politicians and party members to decide, Peter Mbah and all PDP candidates will clear all the positions as usual.

signz:
This analysis have shown you are on ground. Thank you. This is an unbiased analysis.

Peter Mba has a rich CV, I'm pleasantly surprised.

Hopefully we get to see them debate before the elections.

Unfortunately you're right about Frank Nweke, infact my friend said only New Haven, Ind Layout, GRA and Trans Ekulu will vote for Frank

Also I wonder why Nwakaibeya's past is shrouded in secrecy. No one knows what he does for a living. I have friends who are his supporters and all 4 of them don't know how he made his money. The only thing they say is that he's close to Uzodinma.

For Frank Nweke Jnr, I have long written off. I don't know who his political advisers are but he needs to fire them ASAP if he intends to make at least a mark in the election.

It pains me because of all the four leading candidates, he is the most sellable based on past antecedents and unblemished public sector experience but he is not getting a lot of things right.

As for Uche Nnaji, like you rightly said, his past is shrouded in secrecy. His educational background is unknown. The only detail I was able to get about his public sector experience was that he was once a member of the Federal Capital Territory Development Board under OBJ. Nothing is also known about his private sector experience except that he is a "successful businessman"

.... and Mbah is the man to beat!

christejames:
Nice analysis there, but it will be a huge task for Mba to win... We don't want another ebeano dynasty in Enugu.


In my 'bias' opinion, I will love Edeoga to win the contest. Things are working in his Favour.

Why do you think it will take a huge task for Mbah to win?

As much as Ebeano is hated, they still control the core political architecture in the zone.

I have not seen any clear strategy of how Edeoga will match the Ebeano and PDP structure.

He will give PDP a good fight but i dont see this transalating to victory but then I may be wrong.

Ofodirinwa:
I'm comparing both candidates and Mbah seem -by far- the best candidate in my opinion.
It's strange to see LP become a force in the country overnight.

I share your sentiments too.

But we all know how sentiments shape our elections. 

On paper, Peter Mbah is far ahead of others, but there are many changing dynamics that may influence the outcome.

1. Enugu North has 53% of the registered voters in the state. In the last election, they produced 49% of the total votes cast. For emphasis, Nsukka LGA alone had more voters than Nkanu West and East combined.

The challenge is that Ugwuanyi, who should be Mbah's chief marketer in the zone, has lost his popularity for two reasons. 

a. His decision to go to the senate against the zoning arrangement in the zone. By convention, Igbo Eze South should produce the next senator of the zone.

b. Concentration of political positions and projects in his LGA alone, at the expense of the zone's interests. For example, if the PDP wins the gubernatorial and senate elections next year, Udenu would have produced: 

i. A governor for 8 years (Ugwuanyi). 
ii. A deputy governor (Mbah's running mate Ifeanyi Ossai is from Ezimo in Udenu
iii. A serving senator (uguwanyi)

For Project, Udenu alone has the following:
A new state University at Orba; A campus of the State polytechnic at Ezimo; A Teaching Hospital at Orba; A General Hospital at Orba.

2. The changing political dynamics. Ugwuanyi's perceived poor performance is forcing a lot of people to look for alternatives.

3. The Nkanu Factor: Three of the four leading candidates are from Nkanu land (Mbah from the East and Frank and Nnaji from the West).  For their deputy, all three of them (Mbah, Frank, and Nnaji) chose theirs from the North, while Edeoga chose his deputy from Enugu West (Oji River). All being equal, If Edeoga works hard, he could capture the North and if his deputy is able to deliver the West, it may just be over.

But then we can't underestimate the depth of Enugu PDP structure. I still do not see any party springing a surprise in 2023.

MY VERDICT: If Election holds today, Peter Mbah will win but Edeoga will give him a good run for his money.

Digitron:
Frank Nweke Jnr.

Background: Frank hails from Ozalla in Nkanu West LGA (Enugu East). He was born in September 1965)

Educational Background: B.Tech (Zoology), Federal University of Technology, Yola, M.Sc (Public Administration), University of Maiduguri, and MBA (Havard).

Private Sector Experience: Former GM, FONA Nigeria Limited, an office automation and industrial safety systems company in Enugu. Stellar Constellation Group and ONTV co-founder.

Public Sector Experience: Consultant to ENSG, Chief of Staff to Chimaroke Nnamani. Specialized responsibilities, youth development, and later information and communication,

Sponsors: None 

Strengths and what may be working for him 

1. As Minister, FNJ excelled in all of the ministries he oversaw.

2. No godfather: With no known godfather, many believe he will deliver since he will have all the freedom to work for the people.

Weaknesses and what may work against him

1. Ebeano Link: FNK served under Chimaroke Nnanani as Chief of Staff and was later nominated by the latter for Minister. Many people believe he is still loyal to the Ebeano group.

2. APGA's poor structure: APGA in Enugu state does not seem to have the structure to take power from PDP.
Does not know Enugu too well: Frank Spent most of his life outside Enugu and many believe he does not understand the state he aspires to govern.

Uche Nnaji
(I must admit, I couldn't find many details about him)

Background: He hails from Akpugo, Nkanu West LGA of Enugu State

Education Background: 

Public Sector Experience: 

Sponsors and Financers: Gov. Hope Uzodimma and Ali Modu Sheriff.


What are his strengths and what might work for him?

APC Factor: Being the candidate of the ruling party is an advantage.

Structure: He is a grassroot mobilizer and very popular, especially in his zone.

Weaknesses:

Enugu APC Problem: Enugu APC has been plagued by various crises.

Unknown outside his domain: Not known by many people outside of Nkanu Land.

APC's poor performance: The failure of APC in the centre is demarketing all its candidates.

Digitron:
Chijioke Edeoga

Background: Hails from Eha-Amufu in Isi-Uzo LGA (Enugu East Senatorial Zone). He was born in October 1964.

Education: B.A (English and Literary Studies) from UNN; LL.B (Law) from the University of Buckingham; LL.M (University of Liverpool); MBA (ESUT Business School)

Private Sector Experience: Successful journalist and worked for different print media before his appointment as media aide.

Public Sector Experience: Media Aide to Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo, Chairman of Isi-Uzo LGA, Advisor to Dep Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, House of Representative Member, Two-time commissioner.

Top Supporters and Financiers: Prof Barth Nnaji (Geometric Power CEO and Former Minister of Power) and Nnia Nwodo (Ex Information Minister and Former PG, Ohaneze Ndigbo)

key strengths and what is working for him. 
1. Vast public service experience, a typical Enugu homeboy, claims he understands the challenges of the state more than others.
Unblemished record: Chijioke has never been indicted or questioned for corruption in all his years in public service.

2. Isi Uzo Malignalization: Among all the LGAs in Enugu East, only Isi Uzo is yet to produce a governor, deputy governor, Speaker, Minister, Senator, or diplomat since 1999.

3. Enugu north Sympathy: People from the northern side of the state are not happy with the performance of their son, who is the outgoing governor. Many have vowed to vote for Chijioke in protest.

4. Support of key members of Ugwuanty Kitchen cabinet: Chijioke has the backing of core members of Ugwuanyi’s kitchen cabinet who feel betrayed that the governor singlehandedly betrayed them despite their commitment in the last 8 years.

5. Denominational Angle: The Anglicans have never produced a governor or deputy since 1999, and Chijioke being one of their own, may shape how Enugu people will vote.
 
What weaknesses may work against him?

1. No private sector Experience: CJ has practically spent all his years in public service. Many people believe it is time to look for business-minded individuals to run the state.

2. Isi Uzo Identity Crisis: Even though Isi Uzo is in Enugu East, many people still see them as having cultural homogeneity with Nsukka. Many people see Isi Uzo taking over from an Nsukka man as Nsukka's third term.

3. Part of Ugwuanyi Administration: CJ served as commissioner for about 7 years under Ugwuanyi's administration. Many people see him as part and parcel of the failure of the administration.

4. Lack of Financial Warchest: Compared to Peter Mbah, CJ is no match in terms of finances.

5. Weak political Structure: Despite in surge in LP popularity, it still has a lot of work to be done

Frank Nweke Jnr.

Background: Frank hails from Ozalla in Nkanu West LGA (Enugu East). He was born in September 1965)

Educational Background: B.Tech (Zoology), Federal University of Technology, Yola, M.Sc (Public Administration), University of Maiduguri, and MBA (Havard).

Private Sector Experience: Former GM, FONA Nigeria Limited, an office automation and industrial safety systems company in Enugu. Stellar Constellation Group and ONTV co-founder.

Public Sector Experience: Consultant to ENSG, Chief of Staff to Chimaroke Nnamani. Specialized responsibilities, youth development, and later information and communication,

Sponsors: None 

Strengths and what may be working for him 

1. As Minister, FNJ excelled in all of the ministries he oversaw.

2. No godfather: With no known godfather, many believe he will deliver since he will have all the freedom to work for the people.

Weaknesses and what may work against him

1. Ebeano Link: FNK served under Chimaroke Nnanani as Chief of Staff and was later nominated by the latter for Minister. Many people believe he is still loyal to the Ebeano group.

2. APGA's poor structure: APGA in Enugu state does not seem to have the structure to take power from PDP.
Does not know Enugu too well: Frank Spent most of his life outside Enugu and many believe he does not understand the state he aspires to govern.

Digitron:
Peter Mbah


Background: Mbah hails from Owo in Nkanu East (Enugu East Senatorial zone). He was born in 1972.
Educational Background: LL.B (the University of East London), LL.M (Lagos State University), MBA (IESE Business School, University of Navarra, Barcelona, Spain), Executive Program (Saïd Business School, University of Oxford) and Honourary Doctorate (Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu)
Private Sector Experience: He has broad private sector experience, especially in the oil and gas sector, where he founded a few successful oil and gas companies, including Pinnacle Oil and Gas, an indigenous oil and gas company with interests in the downstream sectors.
Public Sector Experience: Served under Governor Chimaroke Nnamani as Chief of Staff and Commissioner for Finance.
Major Financiers and Supporters: Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (his close pal for many years), Senator Chimaroke Nnamani (Ebeano Leader), Dr. Okwesili Eze Nwodo (Former PDP Chairman) and Dr Dan Shere (Former SSG and head of Ugwuanyi's Kitchen Cabinet).
 

What are his strengths and what might work for him?[/b]
1.He has the backing of the sitting governor and the support of core Ebeano family members.
2. has a rich private sector experience that many feel is vital to running a successful government.
3.He has the financial muscle to fund the election.
4. A clear agenda and vision He promises to expand the state GDP by 700% to 30 billion USD, increase IGR to 10 billion per month and make Enugu the preferred destination for investment, leisure and living.
 
[b]What are his weaknesses and what may work against him?
1. Part of the Chimaroke administration. People mostly remember this administration for its violence, abuse of human rights, and failure to pay salaries and pensions.
2. Uncleared Corruption Cases: He was part of those prosecuted alongside Chimaroke Nnamani in 2007. His company, Pinancle Oil and Gas, was also indicted for oil subsidy scams by the House of Representatives. The ownership structure of Pinnacle Oil and Gas is also complicated, a reason some allege the company is owned by Chimaroke Nnanani.
3. Ugwuanyi's perceived poor performance, especially in his own zone, has made both him and the PDP unpopular in the zone, which has 53% of all registered voters in Enugu State.
4. Many people who worked under Ugwuanyi see Mbah as relatively unknown and a case of reaping where he did not sow.

Chijioke Edeoga

Background: Hails from Eha-Amufu in Isi-Uzo LGA (Enugu East Senatorial Zone). He was born in October 1964.

Education: B.A (English and Literary Studies) from UNN; LL.B (Law) from the University of Buckingham; LL.M (University of Liverpool); MBA (ESUT Business School)

Private Sector Experience: Successful journalist and worked for different print media before his appointment as media aide.

Public Sector Experience: Media Aide to Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo, Chairman of Isi-Uzo LGA, Advisor to Dep Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, House of Representative Member, Two-time commissioner.

Top Supporters and Financiers: Prof Barth Nnaji (Geometric Power CEO and Former Minister of Power) and Nnia Nwodo (Ex Information Minister and Former PG, Ohaneze Ndigbo)

key strengths and what is working for him. 
1. Vast public service experience, a typical Enugu homeboy, claims he understands the challenges of the state more than others.

2. Unblemished record: Chijioke has never been indicted or questioned for corruption in all his years in public service.

3. Isi Uzo Malignalization: Among all the LGAs in Enugu East, only Isi Uzo is yet to produce a governor, deputy governor, Speaker, Minister, Senator, or diplomat since 1999.

4. Enugu north Sympathy: People from the northern side of the state are not happy with the performance of their son, who is the outgoing governor. Many have vowed to vote for Chijioke in protest.

5. Support of key members of Ugwuanty Kitchen cabinet: Chijioke has the backing of core members of Ugwuanyi’s kitchen cabinet who feel betrayed that the governor singlehandedly betrayed them despite their commitment in the last 8 years.

6. Denominational Angle: The Anglicans have never produced a governor or deputy since 1999, and Chijioke being one of their own, may shape how Enugu people will vote.
 
What weaknesses may work against him?

1. No private sector Experience: CJ has practically spent all his years in public service. Many people believe it is time to look for business-minded individuals to run the state.

2. Isi Uzo Identity Crisis: Even though Isi Uzo is in Enugu East, many people still see them as having cultural homogeneity with Nsukka. Many people see Isi Uzo taking over from an Nsukka man as Nsukka's third term.

3. Part of Ugwuanyi Administration: CJ served as commissioner for about 7 years under Ugwuanyi's administration. Many people see him as part and parcel of the failure of the administration.

4. Lack of Financial Warchest: Compared to Peter Mbah, CJ is no match in terms of finances.

5. Weak political Structure: Despite in surge in LP popularity, it still has a lot of work to be done

Digitron:
Lol, First, let me state here that the analysis I am about to do now is purely my opinion and based on my observation.

The four leading candidates are Peter Mbah (PDP), Chijioke Edeoga (LP), Frank Nweke Jnr (APGA) and Uche Nnaji (APC)

Peter Mbah


Background: Mbah hails from Owo in Nkanu East (Enugu East Senatorial zone). He was born in 1972.

Educational Background: LL.B (the University of East London), LL.M (Lagos State University), MBA (IESE Business School, University of Navarra, Barcelona, Spain), Executive Program (Saïd Business School, University of Oxford) and Honourary Doctorate (Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu)

Private Sector Experience: He has broad private sector experience, especially in the oil and gas sector, where he founded a few successful oil and gas companies, including Pinnacle Oil and Gas, an indigenous oil and gas company with interests in the downstream sectors.

Public Sector Experience: Served under Governor Chimaroke Nnamani as Chief of Staff and Commissioner for Finance.

Major Financiers and Supporters: Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (his close pal for many years), Senator Chimaroke Nnamani (Ebeano Leader), Dr. Okwesili Eze Nwodo (Former PDP Chairman) and Dr Dan Shere (Former SSG and head of Ugwuanyi's Kitchen Cabinet).
 

What are his strengths and what might work for him?[/b]

1.He has the backing of the sitting governor and the support of core Ebeano family members.

2. has a rich private sector experience that many feel is vital to running a successful government.

3.He has the financial muscle to fund the election.

4. A clear agenda and vision He promises to expand the state GDP by 700% to 30 billion USD, increase IGR to 10 billion per month and make Enugu the preferred destination for investment, leisure and living.
 
[b]What are his weaknesses and what may work against him?

1. Part of the Chimaroke administration. People mostly remember this administration for its violence, abuse of human rights, and failure to pay salaries and pensions.

2. Uncleared Corruption Cases: He was part of those prosecuted alongside Chimaroke Nnamani in 2007. His company, Pinancle Oil and Gas, was also indicted for oil subsidy scams by the House of Representatives. The ownership structure of Pinnacle Oil and Gas is also complicated, a reason some allege the company is owned by Chimaroke Nnanani.

3. Ugwuanyi's perceived poor performance, especially in his own zone, has made both him and the PDP unpopular in the zone, which has 53% of all registered voters in Enugu State.

4. Many people who worked under Ugwuanyi see Mbah as relatively unknown and a case of reaping where he did not sow.

signz:
Guys on ground in Enugu, what's going on

Why did a serving PDP Senator offer to serve in the campaign council of APC Has he fallen out of favour with Peter Mbah? He wants Tinubu's billions? Is he angry Atiku ignored him or is this his normal madness
One thing is certain, Chimaroke lobbied to be in that Campaign Council.

Secondly, is Nwakaibeya of APC a force in Enugu? Is he a major contender? In a free and fair election, can APC win the guber election? There are fears that Enugu APC may use federal might to against opposition parties in 2023, could it be the reason why Ebeano has 1 leg in APC and another in PDP?

Is Enugu APC Chairman really a force in Enugu State?

cc Digitron

Lol, First, let me state here that the analysis I am about to do now is purely my opinion and based on my observation.

The four leading candidates are Peter Mbah (PDP), Chijioke Edeoga (LP), Frank Nweke Jnr (APGA) and Uche Nnaji (APC)

christejames:
How far with the ongoing Conference Center at Nsukka?

Completed

christejames:
The coming election in Enugu State will be very interesting...


I want to see an end to the boy-boy politics in Enugu which was raised to the highest crescendo by Gburugburu.


Frank is a nice guy but coming from Nkanu that has led the state before is a no from me. Isi Uzo that is in the same zone with them has been sidelined for too long so I am hoping Edeoga will carry the day. I see him as a strong fighter.

The election is a two-man battle between Mbah and Edeoga.

Nweke Jnr has a lot of work to do.

Be the judge

SmartPolician:
I think Frank Nweke Jr of APGA will make an excellent governor. Dude is smart, intelligent and enlightened. He was an image maker of the Obasanjo administration until he resigned to further his education. We should encourage people to vote for him.

PS: Meanwhile, it's so disappointing that Gburugburu hasn't considered constructing a flyover at Holy Ghost roundabout to ease off traffic gridlock. If the governor cannot do a flyover, they should consider doing the same thing they did at Shoprite. Rid Holy Ghost of roadside sellers and plant flowers.

Calm down... Frank is Gburugburu's man. He was used to block Ekweremadu defection. He is not serious with his ambition.

Enugu politics is the more you look, the lesser you see

Upgrade of three district Hospitals (Nsukka, 9th Mile and Agbani) to General Hospital

To Enhance healthcare delivery, the state government upgraded three district hospitals to general Hospitals. They are

Government General Hospital, Nsukka.
Government General Hospital, 9th mile
Government General Hospital, Agbani

Amentity Specialist Hospital, Ogurute, Enugu Ezike.

Located in the densely populated Enugu Ezike, the specialist hospital when completed will cater for the health needs of the rural dwellers in Igbo Eze North LGA and other neighbouring towns and villages

Enugu State Infectious Disease Hospital

Following the outbreak of COVID, the state government decided to construct a special hospital for the research, treatment and isolation of infectious disease patients.

Completion of Enugu State Diagnostic Centre

The project was initiated by the Sullivan Chime to serve as a one-stop-shop diagnostic centre for the southeast.

The Project was completed by the Ugwuanyi Administration and just last week, the government signed an MOU with the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority or the upgrade of the State Medical Diagnostic Centre, Enugu, to a[b] comprehensive Diagnostic and Oncology (Cancer) Treatment Centre[/b].

Enugu State University of Medical Sciences and Applied Science, Igbo Ano

The project is located between the boundary of Igbo Eze South LGA and Udenu. A visit to the site shows that:

1. The six faculty buildings have been completed awaiting supply of learning materials. Each faculty building has 10 classrooms, offices and libraries.
2. Two 208-bed space student hostels have been completed and three more are under construction.
3. 7 department Teaching hospital nearing completion
4. Construction of road networks ongoing, drainage and earthwork completed.

The school has received NUC approval to begin academic activities. According to the head of the technical committee for the project, Prof Malachy Okwueze, the school will kick off later this year with three faculties:

a. Hybrid Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and Dentistry.
b. Faculty of Health Sciences.
c. Faculty of Pharmacy.