Stakeholders in the Igboeze South local government area of Enugu State have passed a vote of confidence on Gov. Peter Mbah and the Council Chairman, Mr Ferdinand Ukwueze.
This is contained in a communique signed by HRM Okechukwu Agbaji, the Agbaji of Unadu Ancient Kingdom, and others at the end of their meeting on Sunday at Ibagwa-Aka.
The stakeholders noted that their decision followed a thorough assessment of the governor’s achievements within his two years in office.
The leaders listed the achievements to include the construction of 260 smart schools and 260 type 2 hospitals across 260 political wards and the rehabilitation of primary healthcare centres.
Others are the construction of Opi–Ekwegbe–Ugwogo Nike–Abakpa dual carriageway, the Nsukka bus terminal, and the rollout of Compressed Natural Gas-powered buses for safer and more affordable travel.
They also acknowledged the improved air connectivity through the revitalised Enugu airport.
“In this spirit, traditional rulers and presidents general of town unions in Igboeze South, led by Agbaji, have openly declared their support for Gov. Peter Mbah.”
“With key projects ongoing across Igboeze South Council Area two years into the administration of Mbah, we have unanimously passed a vote of confidence on the governor.
“We commended his innovative and transformative strides across Enugu State,” it said.
The leaders further expressed their appreciation for the efforts of the Local Government Chairman, Ukwuweze, for aligning with the governor’s vision.
They highlighted his achievements to include reconstruction of the council secretariat, construction of rural roads, improved security, and youth empowerment among others.
“The collective voice of the traditional institution in Igboeze South has sent a strong message of solidarity and support for the current administration.” the communique added.
They equally offered prayers for sustained progress and urged continued support for Mbah’s socio-economic agenda.
