Enugu Disruptive Innovation: A Peep into Governor Mbah’s One Year in Office
By Dr Maxwell Menkiti Ngene
In the last one year, Enugu State has witnessed a transformative era of innovative governance under the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Peter Mbah. His disruptive approach to governance is novel and has brought about giant strides in development, growth, and progress to the state. From infrastructure development to human capital empowerment, Governor Mbah’s administration has made significant strides that have positively impacted the lives of Enugu residents.
One of the hallmarks of Governor Mbah’s administration is his commitment to infrastructure development. In the last one year, his government has completed several strategic projects, including road maintenance and construction, bridge building, and urban renewal initiatives. These projects are not only enhancing the aesthetic value of Enugu city but also improved the economic productivity of the state.
Governor Mbah’s innovative approach to governance is also evident in his human capital development initiatives. His administration has implemented several programmes aimed at empowering Enugu residents, particularly the youth and women. These programmes include employment of nurses at the Park Lane General Hospital, skills acquisition training, entrepreneurship development, and education scholarships. By investing in human capital, Governor Mbah’s administration is building an Information Communication Technology (ICT) compliant workforce of the future that will drive the economic growth of Enugu State.
Another area where Governor Mbah’s administration has made significant progress is in healthcare delivery. His government has upgraded several healthcare facilities, providing modern medical equipment and training healthcare personnel. This has improved the quality of healthcare services in Enugu State, reducing infant and maternal mortality rates.
As Governor Mbah marks one year in office, it is essential to set an agenda for continued delivery of quality service. Some areas that require focus include:
1. Continued infrastructure development, particularly in rural areas.
2. Expansion of human capital development programmes to reach more residents.
3. Strengthening of healthcare services, including the establishment of specialist hospitals.
4. Promotion of entrepreneurship and innovation, particularly in the technology sector.
5. Enhancement of security and public safety, including community policing initiatives.
In conclusion, Governor Mbah’s one year in office has been marked by disruptive innovation and transformative governance. As he continues to lead Enugu State, it is essential to build on the progress made and set an agenda for continued delivery of quality service. With his commitment to innovation and governance, Enugu State is poised for continued growth and development.
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Sam Udekwe is a journalist working in the News and Current Affairs department, Enugu State Broadcasting Service (ESBS) Enugu. He is well trained in all genres of journalistic venture.
Mr Sam read Mass Communication, graduating all with Distinction in National Diploma, Higher National Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma at IMT, Enugu and Madonna University, Okija, Anambra state, while he is presently on his M.Sc programme also in Mass Communication, at National Open University of Nigeria.
He is currently the NUJ Chairman, Enugu state.
samowailo@gmail.com
