Ugwuanyi re-assures commitment to rural development

 

 

NEWLY sworn-in governor of Enugu state, Rt. Hon Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has re-assured the people of the state of his commitment to rural development with transformation of Nsukka top on the list.

 Ugwuanyi  said that his administration would pay a special attention to rural development because majority of the people live in the rural areas.

  He said, “we will  create more urban areas to boost economic growth . In line with this, we must equip and modernize Nsukka- a University town founded over half a century ago- to compete with other University towns in attracting technology and knowledge-based business and other industrial support ventures, bearing in mind that Nsukka is the second largest town in Enugu state.”  

  The governor also said that, “the 9th mile corner was an overlooked economic hub that we need to harness to enjoy the full benefits of our newly acquired status as a Free Trade Zone”. He noted that his administration will give attention to these places to speed up urban development, create fresh economic opportunities and reduce pressure on Enugu metropolis, adding that they will boost the Enugu city by opening up the Independence Layout phase2, Abakpa Nike, Emene and other satellite towns to compliment the proposed industrial park.

  The governor also assured that his administration will partner the private sector, not only in housing development but also in agricultural development and industrialisation and he assured investors of a conducive environment, saying that people who were ready to enter into strategic partnership to develop Enugu State should come as his administration will provide the necessary legal and policy framework to make investment thrive.  

  Acknowledging the present economic challenges being faced in the country,  Governor Ugwuanyi urged Nigerians to look inwards and harness other economic potentials of Enugu State.

  On revenue generation, he said, “every revenue-generating agency of government should be ready to generate and remit revenues to fund government development effort. Likewise, individuals and corporate entities should henceforth start paying taxes as defaulters will not be counted as friends of Enugu State.

  But one thing I must assure you is that every kobo you put into the coffers of government will be utilized transparently and in a way that adds value to your lives. Earlier, the out-gone governor, Barrister Sullivan Chime thanked the people of Enugu state for their prayers and support during his eight years rule of the State and urged them to support the new governor.