When Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah took the oath of office as the 5th democratically elected Governor of Enugu State, he promised to “disrupt the status quo.” Two and half years later, the evidence is visible in Schools, Hospitals, Roads, Pipes, Fiber-optic Cables, Security Cameras, Smart Cities, and Farmlands across the State. Of the plethora of very laudable projects of the Mbah administration, I have elected 30 standout Projects that define one of the most ambitious State-level development blueprints in contemporary Nigeria
By Prof Chris Mustapha Nwaokobia Jnr
When Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah took the oath of office as the 5th democratically elected Governor of Enugu State, he promised to “disrupt the status quo.” Two and half years later, the evidence is visible in Schools, Hospitals, Roads, Pipes, Fiber-optic Cables, Security Cameras, Smart Cities, and Farmlands across the State. Of the plethora of very laudable projects of the Mbah administration, I have elected 30 standout Projects that define one of the most ambitious State-level development blueprints in contemporary Nigeria.
This feature takes a deep dive into these 30 landmark projects reshaping Enugu.
1. 260 SMART GREEN SCHOOLS.
Ultra-modern, solar-powered schools with digital smart-boards, science labs, e-libraries, robotics/AI studios, and climate-responsive architecture – one in every ward. Over 30 already commissioned.
2. 260 TYPE-2 PRIMARY HEALTHCARE CENTRES (PHCs).
Fully equipped, solar-powered PHCs with Doctor/Nurse quarters for 24-hour service. Tens already completed and in use.
3. 900KM OF ROADS.
A massive road revolution spanning rural access roads, township roads, and strategic inter-LGA corridors.
4. 95 COMPLETED URBAN ROADS.
Enugu metropolis has undergone sweeping road upgrades, easing traffic and enhancing livability.
5. 143 NEW URBAN ROADS FLAGGED OFF.
Expansion of the urban master plan with fresh construction across Enugu East, West, and North.
6. 21 GATEWAY ROADS.
Strategic roads linking Enugu to neighboring States and trade routes.
7. ENUGU SMART SECURITY GRID.
A fully digital Command And Control Centre with integrated CCTV feeds, 24/7 monitoring, and AI-enhanced surveillance.
8. 150 SECURITY VEHICLES WITH BODY CAMERAS.
Rapid-response vehicles equipped with facial and license plate recognition systems.
9. MASSIVE CCTV SURVEILLANCE NETWORK.
Thousands of high-definition cameras now cover major towns, crime hotspots, and borders.
10. FIVE ULTRA-MODERN TRANSPORT TERMINALS.
Holy Ghost T1 & T2, Gariki, Abakpa, and Nsukka terminals — fashioned after international bus hubs.
11. 200 CNG MASS TRANSIT BUSES.
Eco-friendly Buses introduced to reduce carbon footprint and improve mobility.
12. 2,000 CITY TAXIS.
Regulated taxi fleet rollout to modernize urban transport and boost safety.
13. 80 MODERN BUS SHELTERS.
Standardized stations with lighting, seating, and digital timetables.
14. 70 MILLION LITRES PER DAY WATER BOOST (9TH MILE SCHEME).
The once-dry taps of Enugu now flow daily due to the revived 9th Mile facility.
15. ANOTHER 50 MILLION LITRES (OJI RIVER WATER SCHEME).
A second water revival project powering parts of Enugu West and adjoining communities.
16. NEW ENUGU SMART CITY — 10,000 HECTARES.
Africa’s emerging smart metropolis: monorail, piped gas, lakes, high-speed internet, green boulevards, and dual carriageways.
17. INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE (ICC).
A world-class, multifunction convention complex positioning Enugu as a continental conferencing hub.
18. 5-STAR ICC HOTEL PROJECT (350 ROOMS).
Premium hospitality facility adjacent to the ICC for business tourism.
19. HOTEL PRESIDENTIAL REVAMP.
Restoration of Enugu’s iconic hotel to international luxury standards.
20. ENUGU SMART FARM ESTATES (260 WARD-BASED FARMS).
Integrated agricultural hubs for youth agribusiness, processing, and mechanized farming.
21. LAND-BANKING: 300,000 HECTARES FOR AGRICULTURE.
One of Africa’s largest structured State land-banks for agro-investors.
22. REVIVAL OF UNITED PALM PRODUCTS LTD.
A ₦100bn partnership to reactivate Enugu’s Palm Oil industrial belt.
23. POWER SECTOR LIBERALISATION (ELECTRICITY LAW).
Creation of the Enugu Electricity Regulatory Commission — a first among States.
24. DIGITIZED GOVERNMENT SERVICES.
E-governance, digital land transactions, and automated business platforms for professional excellence.
25. ENUGU MEGA DATA & CONTROL CENTRES.
Statewide data integration to monitor traffic, security, utilities, and urban systems.
26. SPORTS INFRASTRUCTURE: RANGERS & STADIUM RENEWAL.
Partnerships revitalizing Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium and supporting Enugu Rangers’ resurgence.
27. YOUTH TECH PROGRAMMES (“COAL TO CODE”).
Global-standard tech training initiatives in data analytics, cybersecurity, software engineering, and robotics.
28. SANITATION MODERNIZATION (ESWAMA UPGRADE).
New waste trucks, smart bins, recycling hubs, and cleaner urban corridors.
29. JUSTICE SYSTEM DIGITALIZATION.
Automated case management, digital Courts, ADR units, and enhanced legal frameworks.
30. PUBLIC–PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS & FDI ATTRACTION.
Dozens of domestic and international investors now engage across real estate, water, energy, hospitality, agriculture, and smart infrastructure.
THE BIG PICTURE: What These 30 Projects Mean for Enugu.
1. Economic Transformation.
Mbah’s $30 billion GDP target is anchored on infrastructure that attracts investment, reduces business costs, and drives productivity.
2. Inclusive Development.
The ward-based approach ensures no community is left behind – each ward gets a smart school, PHC, and farm estate.
3. Security and Stability.
The new surveillance grid establishes Enugu as one of the most secure States in Nigeria.
4. Youth Empowerment.
Tech training, sports infrastructure, and agricultural estates create new job pipelines for the young population.
5. International Positioning.
The ICC and 5-star hotel project prime Enugu as the “Convention Capital” of West Africa.
VOICES FROM THE STATE.
“We are witnessing a new Enugu in our lifetime,” says Uchenna Eze, an Enugu businessman.
“The water alone is a miracle,” adds Ngozi Kelechi, a resident of Abakpa.
“The smart schools look like campuses abroad,” says Chiemerie, a student in Oji River.
Across communities, the reaction is similar: visible progress.
A LEGACY IN MOTION.
With these 30 verifiable projects, Governor Peter Mbah is not only keeping campaign promises – he is redefining what State governance can look like in Nigeria.
The transformation is sweeping, structured, and measurable. If sustained, Enugu may emerge as the nation’s model for modern infrastructure, digital governance, and inclusive development.
The MAD (Making A Difference) resolve of the Mbah Administration to TRANSFORM Enugu State and make it the envy of all through the most audacious governmental programmatic at the State-level since 1999 is testament to Governor Peter Mbah’s unalterable commitment to good leadership, to the well-being of Ndi’Enugu, and to the welfare of the Coal City State. And the sustenance of this resolve lends credence to the mantra of his government NDI’ENUGU FUTURE IS HERE.
Prof Chris Mustapha Nwaokobia Jnr. is the Convener, COUNTRYFIRST MOVEMENT, a good governance advocacy group.
