The New Enugu City, a flagship project of Governor Peter Mbah’s administration aimed at positioning Enugu State as a premier destination for business, tourism, and investment, has garnered significant support from the Nigerian diaspora in Guangdong Province, China.
The project received a boost during a roadshow organized in Guangzhou City, where Governor Mbah outlined plans for the city’s development, while Nigerians and Enugu indigenes in the province expressed their support.
Governor Mbah reassured the audience that critical services in the city’s first phase would be operational within the next 12 to 18 months. The China Communications and Construction Company (CCCC), the lead contractor for the project, commenced work on the site in October 2023.
Speaking to reporters, Mbah highlighted the project’s potential, stating that the New Enugu City is designed as a smart city that would rank among the best in the world. The governor emphasized that the city’s development includes essential services like power, water, gas, and high-speed internet, all integrated into a fully serviced residential and business hub. He further detailed that the city will feature medical centers, sports arenas, innovation parks, and corporate headquarters for blue-chip companies.
Mbah expressed optimism about the high interest in the project from the Nigerian diaspora, calling on them to invest in Enugu’s development. He also emphasized the strategic partnership with CCCC and several consulting firms from the UK, which are helping to bring the project to life.
Feng Yu, Managing Director of CCCC Nigeria, confirmed the company’s commitment to delivering the New Enugu City, assuring that the project will be completed phase-by-phase, and that the company’s technology and expertise will contribute significantly to the development of Enugu State.
Community leaders in Guangzhou, including Ambassador George Onwuekwe, Adebutu Olanrewaju, and Hyacinth Ezeka, lauded Governor Mbah’s vision, urging Nigerians to invest in the transformative project, which they believe will elevate Enugu as a top investment destination in Nigeria.
