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…This has never happened in Nigeria – Dr. Chukwunwike

The Enugu State Government has announced that the Tomorrow Is Here Housing Estate, now nearing completion in Enugu, is a major housing project designed to accommodate families from the Aguowa and Ugbo Lawrence communities.

Governor Peter Mbah selected the two slums to be the first beneficiaries among over 20 slum areas in Enugu urban earmarked for redevelopment in line with the city’s master plan.

The first phase of the estate which consists of 103 buildings has 206 units of two-bedroom semi-detached bungalows, with solar-powered boreholes already in place, ensuring a steady supply of potable water and providing comfort for residents while the slums are rebuilt.

This was made known by the Commissioner for Housing, Dr. Martin Chukwunwike during an inspection tour of the estate on Thursday.

Dr. Chukwunwike stated that the 103 buildings would have been completed by now but for delays caused by rainfall and the area's challenging topography, assuring that the project would be completed by the end of July.

“This is the Tomorrow Is Here Housing Estate. It will provide temporary accommodation for people to be resettled from the slum. This one is meant for residents of Aguowa and Ugbo Lawrence. The estate has a total of 103 buildings, each containing two-bedroom semi-detached bungalows, totaling 206 flats for 206 households. As of today, 99 units are nearing completion,” he explained.

The Commissioner further noted that a second phase of the project will feature three-bedroom flats to accommodate larger families.

“If not for the rain and the soil conditions, we would have finished much earlier. Our goal is to complete everything before the end of July", he said.

He also disclosed that Governor Mbah has approved free transportation for the children of relocated families to attend the Smart Green School nearest to the estate.

Speaking on the estate’s road infrastructure, one of the project engineers, Engr. Uzo Lawrence, said that a 1.8-kilometre road network is under construction and will be completed within eight weeks.

“We're constructing about 1.8 km of road. We've done significant lateriting because the soil here is mostly expansive clay. We had to excavate down to 90 cm, remove the unstable soil, and backfill with laterite to achieve a stable base. Within the next eight weeks, over 90 percent of the road should be asphalted,” Engr. Uzo said.

In his closing remarks, Dr. Chukwunwike praised Governor Mbah for his compassionate leadership, saying that the governor’s decision to provide alternative housing before the demolition of the slums demonstrates a level of consideration rarely seen in Nigeria.

“The Governor has taken a humane approach, ensuring that no one is left behind. If this were some other places, bulldozers would have moved in within two weeks. But here in Enugu, this process has taken nearly two years, involving multiple meetings with landlords and the formation of a joint committee. The affected residents have been carried along every step of the way,” he said.

“The Governor believes that being poor should not mean being thrown away. Since the residents cannot afford to build their own homes, the government is stepping in to build for them. This is unprecedented in Nigeria where government builds and gives away houses free of charge,” the commissioner concluded.

The first 3 pictures are views of the new estate, while the 4th is a drone view of Aguowa settlement

https://x.com/DanNwomeh/status/1938367082359624113?t=dMV8dVqQVqcQwl1Sgvkf6w&s=08

The governor is a great man.
We must all support him to continue what he is doing. Enugu is blessed this time, Unlike the foodie that just left.

Sometimes I wake up to ask what the immediate past Governor did in Enugu for 8 year, absolutely nothing, just sharing cash to make old retired politicians happy.
Well it happens to every state, sometimes they get it right, sometimes is too bad.

I am of the opinion that anybody who has not managed a successful business or professional career should not be allowed to contest elections.

E very good one from Mr. Mba.
Let my guvnor copy from him.

Las las if people no pay dem no go still get the house no be 9ja again...

South West governors need to emulate this man so their people can stop glorifying poverty.

Imagine someone thinking that having slums is a good thing because it shows early development. Nawa for some people o

Chegesnd:
E very good one from Mr. Mba.
Let my guvnor copy from him.

Is ur guvnor APC? If yes then just forget about good leadership

This is commendable!


However, let the allotees know that their possession of the said houses is just temporary and not permanent.

Whatever be the case, Governor Mbah has exhibited fellow-feeling for his people.


This should become the standard practice across the country.


@hotseat

The governor dey bill us. If you're developing a project in Enugu, you will understand

Nice one, if only he will not do what he did with ogige market in Nsukka where he demolished the market, built another thing and now selling each shop 10million naira to the previous owners

NwaliE01:
The governor dey bill us. If you're developing a project in Enugu, you will understand

if he becomes the president of Nigeria today am afraid he will do worst than Tinubu tax wise, he will tax even the unborn babies

This government shaa


Not enough original content
Please take a moment to write a quality post with at least 40 characters.
This will make the forum more interesting for everyone.

Here in Enugu, we don't support Nonsense.

This is laudable, provided there is a way to make sure that the main people to be displaced get these apartments and not let it shared among politicians.

More of this is needed!

With this and what I saw the last time I was home, you are doing well.

Even if u join a party without a name, ur re-election come 2027 is assured!

Kudos!!!

This government shaa


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ImpartialGuy:
South West governors need to emulate this man so their people can stop glorifying poverty.

Imagine someone thinking that having slums is a good thing because it shows early development. Nawa for some people o

you need to live in Enugu state to understand what is happening here, this same governor demolished a market in Nsukka, developed another project there and as am talking to you now he's selling the shops 10million naira per shop to the previous owners

ImpartialGuy:
South West governors need to emulate this man so their people can stop glorifying poverty.

Imagine someone thinking that having slums is a good thing because it shows early development. Nawa for some people o

Quote of the day.


The admins should reconsider this 40 character rule.

ifytrik:
if he becomes the president of Nigeria today am afraid he will do worst than Tinubu tax wise, he will tax even the unborn babies

Government needs plenty of money to work. There's nothing wrong with taxing people and creating massive opportunities and improving their lots. This is exactly what happens in the west and all Nigerians are leaving Nigeria to the same place. You cannot eat your cake and have it.

NwaliE01:
The governor dey bill us. If you're developing a project in Enugu, you will understand

I know what you mean! I know how much more i now send home to help relatives offset bills! But i’m not complaining because i’m seeing the results on ground!

ifytrik:
you need to live in Enugu state to understand what is happening here, this same governor demolished a market in Nsukka, developed another project there and as am talking to you now he's selling the shops 10million naira per shop to the previous owners

He may not be aware.
Create the awareness on social media, constructively let him know of this ugly situation.

ifytrik:
you need to live in Enugu state to understand what is happening here, this same governor demolished a market in Nsukka, developed another project there and as am talking to you now he's selling the shops 10million naira per shop to the previous owners

Assuming what you say is true, i doubt the situation is as you just narrated it!

That 4th picture they call "Slum" in Enugu is prime real estate in many SW states.

In the North It's a GRA.

Actually looks like Ibadan.

APOPTOSIS:
He may not be aware.
Create the awareness on social media, constructively let him know of this ugly situation.

Exactly! I could be wrong, but from what i now know of how governance is conducted in Enugu state, i doubt the governor would know of and endorse such an unfair arrangement!

And another thing….tomorrow is here housing estate is a bit of a mouthful. They should consider finding another name or shortening the existing one to TIH Estate!

Crooks take people's land what of 50million a plot and gave them 2room selfcon and call it estate

I wish we have governor like him in Taraba state, that King Promise no dey work at all...