On Friday, the Enugu State Executive Council approved a number of strategic projects aimed at advancing the development vision of the administration of His Excellency, Dr. Peter Mbah, and further strengthening infrastructure, housing, healthcare, tourism and public service delivery across the State.
Among the projects approved is the completion of the State Secretariat Complex, comprising Blocks C1, C2, C3, C4, C5 and D2, which have remained abandoned since 2015. This intervention is in furtherance of the administration’s commitment to completing and revitalising abandoned and moribund public assets, restoring the value of Government investments and providing a modern and conducive working environment for Ministries, Departments and Agencies.
The Council also approved the construction of 1,000 five-bedroom terrace housing units at the New Enugu City. The development will complement the extensive infrastructure already under construction within the New Enugu City and accelerate the emergence of a modern, integrated and sustainable urban environment. This initiative forms part of the State Government’s broader housing programme, which includes the ongoing development of 18,000 mass housing units at the Gateway Estate, supported by the provision of critical infrastructure. Together, these investments will significantly increase the housing stock across the State and expand access to decent and affordable housing.
Also approved was the construction of the 10.5 km Igogoro–Amachalla–Ikpamodo–Okpo–Amaja Road in Igboeze North LGA. This strategic road project will improve connectivity among the benefiting communities, facilitate the movement of people, goods and agricultural produce, and stimulate socio-economic activities along the corridor.
In Nsukka, the Council approved the construction and rehabilitation of five roads connecting Enugu Road, as part of a comprehensive intervention to address the lingering flooding challenges along the corridor. The intervention will also include the unclogging and desilting of existing drainage channels, rehabilitation and improvement of the drainage system, and other associated works required to improve stormwater discharge, mitigate flooding and enhance accessibility within the affected areas.
The Council also approved the comprehensive reconstruction, remodelling and upgrade of Parklane Hospital, aimed at transforming the facility into a modern, well-equipped healthcare institution capable of delivering high-quality diagnostic, surgical, emergency and specialist medical services. The intervention will include the reconstruction and comprehensive upgrading of the existing facilities, alongside the provision and installation of state-of-the-art medical equipment, including MRI and CT scanners, digital X-ray and mammography systems, ultrasound systems, endoscopy and laparoscopy systems, modern operating theatre equipment, as well as ICU and HDU equipment, among several other advanced medical facilities. This investment will significantly enhance the quality and range of healthcare services available to our people and further strengthen Enugu State’s position as a destination for advanced healthcare delivery.
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As part of our ambitious tourism development programme, the Council approved the development of the Ovu Lake Resort, a major tourism and hospitality destination featuring a 100-room resort, an 18-hole golf course, two clubhouses, jetties, a lake for boat regattas, a children’s park, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, a conference centre and six swimming pools. The project is envisioned as a world-class leisure and recreational destination that will attract visitors, stimulate hospitality and tourism-related investments, create employment opportunities and contribute to positioning Enugu State as a leading tourism destination.
The Council also approved the development of the Atakwu–Akegbe-Ugwu Tourism Park, envisioned as a major integrated tourism, leisure and recreational destination. The development will feature a theme park, Tata Lake, an animal sanctuary, sand beach, extensive landscaping, restaurant, 24 gazebos, boardwalk, water park and an artificial lake, alongside other supporting recreational facilities and amenities. The project is designed to create a distinctive destination for family recreation, entertainment, nature-based and water-based tourism, while attracting visitors and private investment, creating employment opportunities and stimulating local economic activities.
The Council further approved the construction of the Enugu Cable Car Project, a landmark 5.325-kilometre aerial cableway connecting Okpatu Hill to the Awhum Waterfall tourism corridor. The project will feature three stations, 25 line towers and enclosed eight-passenger gondola cabins, with a designed one-way transportation capacity of approximately 250 passengers per hour, translating to up to 2,500 passenger journeys per day in each direction based on 10 hours of operation. Equipped with modern operational and safety systems, the project will provide a unique panoramic journey across the spectacular hills and valleys, unlock the immense tourism potential of the corridor, stimulate investment and economic opportunities, and further position Enugu State as a leading tourism destination in Nigeria and Africa.
Recognising that accessibility is critical to unlocking the full potential of these tourism investments, the Council also approved the construction and rehabilitation of roads leading to the various tourism destinations across the State. These include the Ngwo Road providing access to the Pine Forest, the Okpatu–Awhum Road, Nike–Awhum Road, Nsude Road and Akpawfu Road, while construction of the Akwuke Road is already ongoing. These interventions will provide seamless access to the tourism sites, improve connectivity for surrounding communities and support the development of an integrated tourism network across Enugu State.
Also approved was the procurement of light construction and modern survey equipment for the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure. This strategic investment will strengthen the Ministry’s in-house capacity to execute suitable engineering works through direct labour, including road construction and rehabilitation, drainage works, erosion control interventions, pothole repairs and other urgent infrastructure works. It will enable faster response to infrastructure needs, reduce reliance on equipment hire and external contractors, improve cost efficiency, and enhance the technical capacity of Ministry personnel through the deployment of modern construction, surveying and geospatial technologies.
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These approvals represent another significant step in our commitment to translating the vision of His Excellency, the Governor, into tangible projects that improve connectivity, strengthen healthcare and public service delivery, expand access to housing, unlock our tourism potential, stimulate economic growth, create opportunities and improve the quality of life of our people.
