Enugu Is Fortunate To Have Mbah – Minister

Enugu Is Fortunate To Have Mbah – Minister

The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has lauded Dr. Peter Mbah, the governor of Enugu State...READ MORE…

calling him a remarkable asset to the nation and noting that Enugu is exceptionally fortunate to have him at the helm.

During her one-day visit to the state over the weekend, Musawa toured locations such as the International Conference Centre, the Enugu Digital Museum, and illuminated the Christmas Village—a private-sector initiative located at the Naira Triangle—as well as Unity Park. She commended Mbah for his developmental achievements and creativity over the past 18 months, expressing her Ministry’s ongoing support and collaboration to enhance the arts, culture, tourism, and creative sectors in line with the governor’s initiatives.

“I can confidently state that Enugu is among the luckiest states in Nigeria, and I do not say this lightly. You have held the governor’s office for a little over a year, yet you have truly set yourself apart,” she remarked.

“People across Nigeria are aware of the governor of Enugu State. The innovative work you’ve done with smart schools will be noted in Nigeria’s history. It is truly commendable, and you have set a standard for other governors to emulate,” she added.

After her tour and successfully lighting up several recreational facilities, the Minister stated, “It is a great honor to light the Christmas Village and Unity Park. I feel like a daughter returning home. I look forward to returning next year to explore how my Ministry can collaborate with the tourism, culture, and creative industries to unlock potential and work alongside the governor to truly benefit the people of Enugu State.”

“I want to emphasize that Enugu is a very blessed state. With a visionary and innovative leader like Peter Mbah, who has distinguished himself in such a short time, the possibilities for Enugu in four to eight years are boundless,” she concluded.

In response, Governor Mbah expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for its ongoing support and reiterated his belief that Nigeria’s economy thrives better when driven by individual states instead of the central government, with each state harnessing its unique potential.

“Here in Enugu State, we are dedicated to fully tapping into the tourism and creative sectors, as we have a rich history in that regard—it used to be the heart of Nollywood,” Mbah stated.

“Enugu has served as the administrative headquarters for various regions. We are proud of our scenic hills, waterfalls, caves, and other attractions. Our vision is to create a unique tourism experience around these natural wonders.”

He also shared ambitious plans for the tourism sector, aiming to attract at least three million visitors to Enugu annually.

Additionally, Mbah outlined efforts to develop infrastructure that encourages tourism growth, including the construction of a five-star hotel at the International Conference Centre, positioning Enugu as the conference capital of Africa. He also announced plans to establish a world-class theme park at Milliken Hill, aspiring for it to be recognized as a heritage site.

During the event, the Catholic Bishop of Enugu Diocese, Most Rev. Calistus Onaga, blessed the Christmas Village at the Naira Triangle, commending Mbah’s innovative approaches and development initiatives while praying for continued prosperity for the state.

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