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The recent inspection of rice fields in Enugu State by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security holds great significance as the state aims to become a thriving center for agricultural production and economic growth under the visionary leadership of Governor Peter Mbah. This inspection encompassed extensive rice fields in the Nkanu East Local Government Council, including the previously mentioned Owo, Ubahu, and Amankanu rice fields. Furthermore, neighboring rice fields in Imeoha Community in Nkerefi were also examined, revealing an impressive 3,000 additional hectares of rice fields. Enugu State's dedication to maximizing its agricultural potential is evident, with the Owo, Ubahu, and Amankanu rice fields alone covering approximately 2,000 hectares. This commitment underscores the state's crucial role in ensuring Nigeria's food security. The inspection team, led by Hon. Patrick Nwabueze Ubru , the Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro-Industrialisation in Enugu...

The 2023 Africa Cassava Conference converged leaders, experts, and stakeholders in a collective exploration of the vast potential held by cassava-based products in Africa and their pivotal role in the continent's industrialization drive. Notably, Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah's vision to elevate his state to the status of a cash crop export hub was brought into the spotlight during this significant conference. Presenting the comprehensive plan for this vision was Hon. Patrick Nwabueze Ubru, the Enugu State Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro-industrialization. Honorable Ubru underscored the economic importance of cassava in Enugu State and its potential to drive industrialization. He stated, "Enugu State, renowned for its substantial cassava production, is embarking on an initiative to cultivate 300,000 hectares of farmland across its 17 local government areas. This initiative aims to expand cassava production and nurture related industries, promoting sustainable agric...

The Commissioner for Children Gender Affairs and Social Development, Hon Mrs Ngozi Enih, paid a remarkable courtesy visit to the State House of Assembly Committee on Gender Matters. The visit, which took place on Thursday, October 19, 2023, aimed to foster collaboration and inclusivity in the implementation of programs and initiatives. Accompanied by the ministry's Permanent Secretary, Mrs Nkechi Ewoh, and the Director of the Gender Affairs Department, Mrs Esther Mba, the Enugu State Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Mrs Ngozi Enih, expressed her gratitude for the heartwarming reception her team got from the committee, while briefing the committee members on the "Nigeria for Women Project," stating that it is a significant initiative under the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, supported by the World Bank and approved by Governor Peter Mbah.  "His Excellency, Barr Peter Mbah has paid N450,000,000 (Four Hundred and Fifty Million Na...

The Advisory Council Chairman of a prominent Sub-Continental youth organisation, The West Africa Youth Congress, Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu delivered a compelling keynote speech at the West Africa Youth Symposium (WAYS-2023), held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja on the 3rd of October, 2023. The event attracted prominent individuals and government representatives from across the West African sub-region, while inducting other eminent scholars to the group's advisory council. Titled "Moving from Policy to Action; Forging Strategic Partnerships with Young People," Hon. Ikechukwu Ezeugwu used his speech to encourage African Youths  to hold their governments accountable and leverage Nigeria's "Not too Young to Run Policy" to explore their potential. He invoked the historical precedence of youths being at the helm of affairs during the pre-independence and independence eras in Nigeria, emphasizing that the youth are a dynamic force of innovation and have the ...

Enugu State Economic Planning Team has commended Hon. Pedro Okwudili Nwankwo, the Chairman of Awgu Local Government Area, for his transformative infrastructural projects while clearing him of allegations of deceiving the Enugu State Economic Planning Team with fictitious projects. The allegations, which had caused a stir in recent days, have been thoroughly investigated by the Independent Observers for Good Governance, an unbiased body dedicated to integrity, honesty, and moral soundness. The investigation's findings have unequivocally vindicated Chairman Nwankwo on several counts. Contrary to the accusations, substantial evidence confirms the existence of ongoing projects within Awgu Local Government, including critical infrastructure developments are properly documented and subject to verification. The satisfaction expressed by the Enugu State Economic Planning Team during their visit has been placed in context, as it may not necessarily imply any form of deception. This revelati...

The Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs, and Social Development, Hon. Mrs. Ngozi Enih, has strongly condemned the domestic violence inflicted upon a pregnant woman, Mrs. Patience Nwachukwu (Née Edeh), by her spouse, Mr. Evidence Ugochukwu Nwachukwu. The incident unfolded tragically as Mrs. Nwachukwu lost her five-month-old pregnancy due to the brutal assault. Commissioner Hon. Mrs. Ngozi Enih wasted no time in taking action to ensure justice prevails in this distressing case. She stated emphatically that "the ministry will make sure that the law takes its full course" in response to this reprehensible act. Thanks to the prompt intervention by the ministry, Mrs. Nwachukwu's life was saved, though her pregnancy was tragically lost. Accompanied by Women Support Women Community Network (WOSCONET), led by Amb. Mrs. Amaka Nweke JP, Commissioner Hon. Mrs. Ngozi Enih visited the victim, Mrs. Nwachukwu, at ESUT Teaching Hospital, Park Lane, Enugu. The severity of the situati...