‎Ebonyi Govt Pledges to Revive Abandoned Projects

Ebonyi State government has restated its commitment to reviving abandoned projects and fostering socio-economic development across the state.
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‎Commissioner for Information and State Orientation in the state, Chief  Ikeuwa Omebeh disclosed this in Abakaliki, the state capital when he received members of Correspondents’ Chapel, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in the state
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‎Omebeh said the present administration in the state views the completion of legacy projects as both moral and strategic responsibility.
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‎Enumerating key infrastructural projects, the commissioner mentioned the Oferekpe Water Scheme, the International Trade Center, and scholarship programs, noting that these initiatives are being revitalized with “geometrical attention” to maximize their impact on the citizenry.
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‎He underscored the administration’s broader economic agenda, including the procurement of three aircraft to boost operations at Ebonyi International Airport and the planned establishment of a state-owned cement factory to harness local mineral resources.
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‎Omebeh also highlighted the government’s success in promoting peace and stability, critical factors for development.
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‎The Information boss noted that recent resolutions of communal conflicts in war-affected areas, alongside the creation of autonomous communities and the restoration of traditional institutions, have fostered reconciliation and unity across the state.
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‎The Commissioner identified the critical role of the media in ensuring accountability, transparency, and democratic governance.
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‎He lauded journalists for their resilience in navigating the challenges of the profession and encouraged continued ethical practice, particularly in the era of emerging digital and unlicensed media platforms.
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‎Omebeh reiterated that the government’s development agenda would continue to align with citizens’ needs, guided by principles of equity, transparency, and accountability.