President Bola Tinubu arrived at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, on an official visit to the state.
The President landed aboard a Nigeria Air Force Airbus A330 at approximately 1:22 pm.
During his visit, President Tinubu is set to commission a series of developmental projects spearheaded by Governor Peter Mbah’s administration.
One of the key highlights is the inauguration of the Enugu International Conference Centre, a multi-auditorium and multifunctional facility aimed at boosting the state’s capacity for hosting significant events.
In an earlier statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, other projects slated for commissioning include:
– 30 completed and equipped Enugu Smart Green Schools, part of the 260 schools under construction across the state’s 260 wards.
– 60 completed and equipped Type 2 Primary Healthcare Centres, also part of the 260 being developed statewide.
– 90 completed urban roads in Enugu City.
– A state-of-the-art Command and Control Centre, complemented by 150 patrol vehicles fitted with AI-embedded surveillance cameras.
– Several completed rural roads across the state.
The SSG stated, “The President will also commission the completed multi-auditorium and multi-functional Enugu International Conference Centre, 90 completed urban roads in Enugu City, a state-of-the-art Command and Control Centre, as well as 150 patrol vehicles fitted with AI-embedded surveillance cameras.”
Prominent dignitaries were present at the airport to welcome the President. These included Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State, Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, Abia State Governor Dr Alex Otti, Anambra State Deputy Governor, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Benjamin Kalu, former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim, Minister of Works Dave Umahi, and oil magnate Arthur Ezeh, among others.
