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Leaders of Enugu North Senatorial District otherwise known as Nsukka Zone have endorsed Governor Peter Mbah to continue in office beyond 2027, saying he has transformed the zone in less than two years of his administration.

The Nsukka leaders who converged on Adada House, Nsukka, yesterday, under the aegis of Enugu State Coalition for Progress, Enugu North Senatorial Zone branch, comprised a cross section of socio-cultural groups, the academia, representatives of traditional rulers, captains of industry, businessmen and women, politicians, market men and women, farmers association, labour leaders, among other leaders drawn from the 6 council areas of the zone, expressed their unwavering support for the Mbah administration.

In an interactive session by a panel of discussants from the groups which was followed by a communique issued at the end of the discussion and endorsed by over 700 signatories including former deputy governor, Chief Okechukwu Itanyi, Senator Chuka Utazi of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the deputy speaker of Enugu State House of Assembly, Ezeani Ezenta, Dr. Dan Shere, Prof. Simon Ortuanya, Gen. Godwin Ugwuoke (retd), Dr. Mike Ajogwu SAN, Chief Maxwell Ukuta, Prof Osita Ogbu, and Igwe H.N Ukuta, cited the litany of monumental infrastructural developments of the governor across the state, particularly in Nsukka Zone, as the reasons behind their endorsement.

In a resolution and vote of gratitude, the coalition commended the governor’s outstanding leadership and stellar performance since assuming office in May 2023, saying the only candidate the zone would support in 2027 is Governor Mbah.

They insisted that supporting Mbah to do eight years in office was in the best interest of Nsukka people as his re-election would enable him finish the landmark projects initiated by his administration in the zone which were already opening Nsukka for economic development.

The coalition further praised the governor for providing peace and security in Enugu State, making it an attractive destination for investment, business, and tourism in Nigeria.

“In particular, we note with satisfaction, that the setting up of the Enugu State Command and Control Center by His Excellency at the Government House for tracking criminal activities across the state has become a model for other states of the federation. We applaud His Excellency’s holistic development agenda for Enugu State anchored on his disruptive innovation philosophy as a catalyst for positive change,” the communique read in part.

While underscoring that the senatorial district has 102 electoral wards constituting 39.2 percent of the 260 electoral wards in the state, the elated Nsukka leaders said with 102 Smart Green Schools and 102 Type-2 Primary Healthcare Centres across the six councils, the zone has become the highest beneficiary of Mbah’s stellar performance.

On the ongoing dualisation of Enugu-Ugwogo Nike-Opi-Nsukka Road, the coalition described it as a critical infrastructure aimed at enhancing connectivity and boosting economic activities, adding that the reconstruction of the 44.8 km Ama Ngwo-Eke-Oghe-Iwollo-Umulokpa road and the new 40 km Owo-Ama Nkanu-Ubahu-Mbu-Neke dual carriageway would open up a new traffic and economic corridor to the senatorial zone.

It also noted that Mbah’s administration has transformed Enugu State from a civil service state to a fast-emerging industrial hub, with an unimaginable annual internally generated revenue of over N600 billion by the end of 2025. “The governor’s commitment to progress is evident in the rapid pace of development and transformation across various sectors, including roads, bridges, healthcare, security, tourism, entertainment, industries, and educational institutions.”

Throwing their weight behind the governor, Chief Ukuta said the people of the zone would not only queue behind him in the next polls, they also owed the governor apology for the herd mentality that almost led to the voting of wrong candidates.

Expressing confidence in the governor’s leadership ability, Senator Utazi said as an APC card-carrying member, he was at the meeting to particularly appreciate the good work of the governor, stressing that he deserved the unwavering support of the entire zone.

“I am a card-carrying member of APC starting from my ward in Nkpologu all the way to Abuja. I want to say that this gathering is not for PDP. It’s a gathering for every well-meaning Nsukka indigene who is appreciative of the good job the governor of Enugu State is doing in Enugu State and especially in Enugu North senatorial district. In fact, when I came back to Enugu, starting from the airport, I saw nylon roads, the type only seen in Abuja. When I visited the governor recently to discuss the police station I built there as a senator, the governor was immediately working to operationalize it, and is additionally working on the road from 9th Mile to Umulokpa. He also told me several things he was doing in Nsukka zone and all of them are what people can see on ground. Let’s support him to continue with his job. I want to say frankly that Nsukka people are happy with him,” the senator added.

Adding his voice, Dr. Ajogwu said the coalition had already spoken the minds of Nsukka people which was to support the governor for another term.

On his part, Ezeani, who led lawmakers from the zone, said the governor would continue to enjoy cordial relationships with the House of Assembly to ensure the continuation of the good governance in the state.

He described the Mbah administration as business unusual where new projects were springing up daily with many already completed across the state, adding that they had already declared unalloyed support and endorsement for his candidacy beyond 2027.

Lending his voice, Dr Shere lauded the governor for the transport infrastructure project which has the Nsukka Central Terminal Station, the Holy Ghost ultra-modern terminal stations, Abakpa and Gariki stations in addition with the recently delivered CNG buses ordered by state government.

“You don’t need to be told that in Nsukka, we are all adopting governor Peter Mbah to complete the job he has started here. Nsukka is now looking beautiful because of what he’s contributing to our economy, infrastructure, education and transport sectors. Look at the Enugu Air, it’s a game changing moment for the state. The investment prospects will impact all the nooks and crannies of the state. Again, the International Conference Centre, the ongoing 5 star hotel, the Hotel Presidential and the 300-bed international hospital in the state will make Enugu the hub of medical tourism where robotic surgery will be conducted and thousands of jobs created,” he said.

Moving a motion for endorsement of the governor for 2027, Chief Itanyi insisted that the ongoing 43.7 km dualisation of the Penoks-Ugwogo Nike-Opi-Nsukka road was the single most costly project in the state. The motion was unanimously affirmed by voice votes by the members coalition who filled the hall.

Tabithatim:
https://thesun.ng/2027-nsukka-leaders-endorse-mbah-cite-massive-projects-in-zone/

Darls247:
Best governor so far.

bluefilm:
Nonsense

free2ryhme:
Nigerians get problem

Darls247:
Best governor so far.

djon78:
Excellent One

He is positioned Enugu for massive investments inflow. I enjoy Enugu anytime I am there

Infrastructure✓
Security ✓
Electricity ✓
New outlook ✓
Water✓

Weldon your Excellency!!

Michaelcircuit:
What happened to Ihamufu land occupied by Fulani herdsmen?

22o62021:
From beach junction to likke iheaka needs to be done

Nsukka-obollo road

Commissioner for labor and employment
Chika ugwoke talk to your principal

Na that road you de follow go your papa house

Kewekubosineh:
Mtchweee 😔

A governor who can't address insecurity is best Governor?

What's wrong with you people for this grand deceit?? Go and Tell people of Eha Amufu communities who are under Fulani herdsmen siege that's the best Governor and see their reaction. You could be lynched.

Peter Mba is a failure. Mitigated disaster!

djon78:
I transverse around Enugu and there's no story of insecurity. Do you know that entire Enugu is watched via hidden camera. Insecurity is zero here in Enugu where I am live right now.

Insecurity is zero in the East, I drove through out Anambra and Enugu since last week, and there's no insecurity anyway

Gov Peter Mba and Charles Soludo are doing excellently. Add Abia states we have 3 very workable States in the East right now imo and Ebonyi are picking up too

With what I am seeing I am moving back home bit by bit. Bringing back tangible investment. By the way Enugu is very good to raise children, also very livable and wonderful environment

djon78:
I transverse around Enugu and there's no story of insecurity. Do you know that entire Enugu is watched via hidden camera. Insecurity is zero here in Enugu where I am live right now.

Insecurity is zero in the East, I drove through out Anambra and Enugu since last week, and there's no insecurity anyway

Gov Peter Mba and Charles Soludo are doing excellently. Add Abia states we have 3 very workable States in the East right now imo and Ebonyi are picking up too

With what I am seeing I am moving back home bit by bit. Bringing back tangible investment. By the way Enugu is very good to raise children, also very livable and wonderful environment

djon78:
I transverse around Enugu and there's no story of insecurity. Do you know that entire Enugu is watched via hidden camera. Insecurity is zero here in Enugu where I am live right now.

Insecurity is zero in the East, I drove through out Anambra and Enugu since last week, and there's no insecurity anyway

Gov Peter Mba and Charles Soludo are doing excellently. Add Abia states we have 3 very workable States in the East right now imo and Ebonyi are picking up too

With what I am seeing I am moving back home bit by bit. Bringing back tangible investment. By the way Enugu is very good to raise children, also very livable and wonderful environment

Kewekubosineh:
I am not talking the whole stretch of Enugu state.. I am talking of Eha Amufu communities where herdsmen have virtually taken over the communities.

They're Border communities with Benue state. And you know the spate of insurgency in Benue state. The herdsmen have crossed over and unleashing mayhem on the communities.

Not long ago, the women in those communities protested naked because the governor was not addressing their plights.

Also,a student of ESUT lost his life to the herdsmen when he went to assist the mother in the farm. It becomes more pathetic because he lost his father to same herdsmen about Three years ago.

So, you could see all is not well with Enugu state. The governor is sleeping while the people are being hounded and killed by the herdsmen.

Peter Mba should buckle up. He is failing.

Though, people say his docility is part of the agreement that enthroned him as Governor before the tribunal. He didn't win Guber elections but through Court processes. And one of the preconditions for winning at the tribunal is by having shift in favor of northern establishment.

Enugu state is on trial!😢

djon78:
Let me ask you
Where do you stay
Are you on ground in Enugu?

See the media sensationalize many stories. But I can assure you that East is stronger security wise.

Infact Anambra/Enugu are very well secured presently. I have been around those two States a while and everywhere is Cool.

Even the Monday sit at home
Everybody is going about there business. Ehamufu issue is because they are bother with Benue. The Gov is trying his best. Insecurity is a very big issue across the country.

I can assuredly tell you that East is more secured presently than many other regions. Imo State is the only troubled State in the East,because they are my in laws. Still the insecurity are being contained there.

But you see Anambra, Enugu, Abia, these three States are doing well security wise, infrastructure wise. I salute there Govs

djon78:
Let me ask you
Where do you stay
Are you on ground in Enugu?

See the media sensationalize many stories. But I can assure you that East is stronger security wise.

Infact Anambra/Enugu are very well secured presently. I have been around those two States a while and everywhere is Cool.

Even the Monday sit at home
Everybody is going about there business. Ehamufu issue is because they are bother with Benue. The Gov is trying his best. Insecurity is a very big issue across the country.

I can assuredly tell you that East is more secured presently than many other regions. Imo State is the only troubled State in the East,because they are my in laws. Still the insecurity are being contained there.

But you see Anambra, Enugu, Abia, these three States are doing well security wise, infrastructure wise. I salute there Govs

djon78:
Let me ask you
Where do you stay
Are you on ground in Enugu?

See the media sensationalize many stories. But I can assure you that East is stronger security wise.

Infact Anambra/Enugu are very well secured presently. I have been around those two States a while and everywhere is Cool.

Even the Monday sit at home
Everybody is going about there business. Ehamufu issue is because they are bother with Benue. The Gov is trying his best. Insecurity is a very big issue across the country.

I can assuredly tell you that East is more secured presently than many other regions. Imo State is the only troubled State in the East,because they are my in laws. Still the insecurity are being contained there.

But you see Anambra, Enugu, Abia, these three States are doing well security wise, infrastructure wise. I salute there Govs

Kewekubosineh:
Over 25 killed last night in Enugu stat. Where are you?

Don't defend this failure of a governor.

He should resign now!

djon78:
Lol na so Dem dey resign

Gov Peter Mba dey kampe