Gov. Nwifiru's Economic Empowerment: A Nexus Of Ebonyi People Cheering Stories - Emegha

Fom an objective premise, leadership as a herculean task is a function of the law, time and personal principles of the one who steers the ship of governance in a heterogeneous society. Without taking cognizance of these germane factors, evaluating the topnotch efforts of leaders at improving the lots of their people may be elusive.

 

Just like in some climes, Ebonyi State which was created in the 90s has unarguably recorded impressive progress in every facet of its existence courtesy of its purposeful leaders.

 

Before the administration of Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, his predecessors namely Sen Dr Sam Ominyi Egwu, Chief Martin Elechi and now Minister of Works, Engr Sen David Nweze Umahi made incredible imprints that brought Ebonyi and her citizenry to the limelight in terms of socio economic development.

 

The pioneer Governor, Dr Egwu carved a niche for himself  by delivering in human capital development especially in education while  Chief Elechi built unity bridges and initiated programmes that reshaped the attitude of the people towards governance.  The immediate past Governor, Sen Umahi had an expedition on infrastructure development thereby changing the narrative of backwardness of Ebonyi to be among the foremost developing states in Nigeria.

 

Presently, Governor Nwifuru's administration is doting every "I" and crossing "Ts" to eradicate the burden of economic realities which Ebonyians just like other  Nigerians are grappling with as a result of fuel subsidy removal.

 

It is no longer secret that the people of the state have been smiling to Banks in the last two months as the People's Governor released Billions of Naira in what his administration tagged financial empowerment to ensure that they overcome this challenging time.

 

This is in line with his People's Charter of Needs blueprint as  the workaholic Governor has continued to keep the ship of the state afloat by sailing against the tides of economic instabilities in the country through viable economic policies.

 

In as much as the federal government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not relenting to think outside the box in order to rejig the economy, thousands of Ebonyians have benefitted from the state government mouthwatering grants ranging from N50,000 to N3,000,000. These disbursements cut across categories of individuals namely students, farmers, traders, Civil Servants, Journalists , People living with disabilities, members of inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), youths organisations and Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) to mention but a few.

 

Undoubtedly, the barrage of financial enablement of Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru has created an ease of doing business and stimulated massive commercial activities within and outside Abakaliki the State Capital.

 

The empowerment is undeniably a precursor of the influx of business merchants who have taken over the empty shops at Saint Margaret Umahi's international market, Abakaliki. Similarly, the 95 people who received special training in different fields of agriculture and subsequently empowered with three million naira each have all ventured into agro businesses which the state was known for abinitio.

 

The financial empowerment  under the administration of a man of astonishing vigour and intelligence has practically reduced the menace of street and corporate begging as most youths are now meaningfully engaged.

 

Still in line with his administration's roadmap anchored on the people's needs, the indefatigable and vibrant  Nwifuru is the only Governor in the South East who has joined few others to pay the N70,000 minimum wage to civil servants.

 

At this juncture, it is a fact that there is no denizen or resident of Ebonyi State who has not directly or indirectly benefitted from the financial assistance of the succour giver, His Excellency, Governor Nwifuru.

 

His untainted ardour and unwavering commitment toward improving the people's standard of living amidst economic instabilities did not foreclose Governor  Nwifuru from maintaining, revamping and building new infrastructure such as Nkaliki Hatchery, Oferekpe Water Scheme, universities of ICT and aeronautics, etc.

 

In keeping pace with this flank of development, all the autonomous communities in the state are witnessing road construction to improve transportation and esthetics of the localities.

 

Therefore, since Rt Hon Bld Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru's approach to governance is the nexus of the people's cheering stories, it is then time to lend more support for greater achievement and  maximum benefit.

 

Therefore, as the nation commemorates her 64 years of independence and Ebonyi State at 28, let all of us be more patriotic in building a virile society for posterity sake.

 

To God be the glory.