Enugu unveils 25-year development plan

Summary

Enugu State says it is developing a 25-year plan to guide growth and infrastructure beyond the current administration.

Highlights

• Governor Peter Mbah, represented by SSG Chidiebere Onyia, announced the plan at the 2026 Global Goals Week Symposium in Enugu.
• The plan is meant to shift development from project-by-project administration to a long-term framework built on institutions, policies and systems.
• It is expected to cover areas including the economy, education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, the environment, technology and human capital development.
• The state said the plan will rely on credible data, measurable indicators and monitoring mechanisms to track government investments.
• Mbah said roads, schools and health facilities should be supported by maintenance, staffing, financing and management systems to remain useful over time.