Governor Ifeanyi Lawrence Ugwuanyi 's Administration in brief.
_(Jack Solo series 28)_
_“On this important day, we must appreciate that we have come a long way in eliminating barriers, and_ _providing enabling environment where all men and women can live up to their full potential.” -Jim Ramstad (a famous American Lawyer)._
Seven years and some months ago, providence, by the deliberate wishes of Ndi Enugu brought in Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi as the 4th Executive Governor of Enugu state. A humble, calm, affectionate and industrious young leader. It was the dawn of a new era in the state. His election witnessed a landslide victory, to chronicle the fact that Ndi Enugu want him. His emergence was a reward for his unequalled three-term stint at the House of Reps where he represented the people of Udenu/Igbo Eze North federal constituency.
His inauguration ceremony was greeted by record-breaking attendance of mammoth crowd who came to cheer him on, identify with him and witness his oath-taking rituals. Thunderous applause greeted every actions of his handover, as Governor Sullivan Chime, who had amassed enormous good will among the people proudly told Ndi Enugu that _“Ugwuanyi will continue the good works, where I left them.”_
After the swearing-in formalities, the Giant mounted the rostrum to deliver a landmark inaugural address, which still reverberates across the space till date. He stepped up to the podium wearing disarming smiles as he looked on with unassuming admiration of his people. And when he opened his mouth the following solemn words came out!
_“Ndi Enugu, in line with my campaign promises, I recommit myself to_ _employment generation, enhanced social services and good governance,_ _rural development, security and justice. We will deploy government services to create fair and equal_ opportunity for every willing citizen, to_ make a living and create wealth, educate our children and enjoy life in a_ _peaceful and secure environment. We will drive with full force, investment promotions, agricultural sector renewal, provision of infrastructure, human capital development and skill acquisitions.”_
Little did anyone in his audience knew that he was making a lifetime commitment to turn around the fortunes of his people. They looked on as he reassured them that their economic salvation is imminent. A messiah has arrived. He left the impression of a workaholic leader in everyone that heard him. It was marvelling that at the expiration of his first tenure, the governor had exceeded expectations. Another round of electoral largesse was deservedly expended on him for the good works to continue in his second term in 2019, and three years down the line, we are seeing a more glaring evidence of many accomplished infrastructural development projects.
Roads were constructed even in the remotest part of the state with speed of light. Schools were reinforced. Human capital development takes centre stage. Agriculture was not left out as even seven months ago, over 260 young farmers who left Enugu for Keffi, Nasarawa State for training at CSS Global Farms, under the sponsorship of the administration. They returned to Enugu at the end of the training, thanking Gov. Ugwuanyi for rebranding and enhancing their skills in the agricultural value chain.
Healthcare is flourishing. Workers are smiling home with bountiful wages promptly paid. Scholarship awards are dished in geometric progression for our students in batches.
His security masterclass arrangement since 2015 has spectacularly kept Enugu safe and peaceful. Many multinational corporations and indigenous companies have found haven in the state for unreserved investment.
While others lament economic hardship, Enugu is welcoming owners of multinational corporations as they make their grand entry into the state for massive economic growth. Some captains of industry are relocating the headquarters of their companies to Enugu.
Make no mistake about it, security of lives and property didn’t fall from heaven, into Enugu. It is a product of unflinching dedication and ceaseless efforts. Gov. Ugwuanyi paid heavily, almost with his life for it. He can well be called the master of quintessential leadership. And while we thank him for his love and sacrifice for his people, our people are urged to give him all necessary support to ensure continuity of his visionary leadership styles beyond 2023, by supporting Barr. Peter Mba who is PDP’s guber candidate in the upcoming governorship election in 2023.
What it means is that we still have another one full year of his innovative leadership.
For the good people of Enugu North senatorial district, he has vowed to represent their collective interests at the Red Chambers of the National Assembly Abuja in 2023. An honest assessment of the political ecosystem in the zone throws the light of hope that Ugwuanyi is the right and best choice for them at this point in time.
May Enugu continue to succeed and may Nsukka continue to get it right always!
© Jack Solo Support Group for Gburugburu 2023.
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