DEMOCRACY DAY: Mbah urges Nigerians to embrace unity, justice, good governance

Economy & Policy, Politics

ENUGU, Nigeria (NPA) — Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State has called on Nigerians to recommit themselves to the values of unity, justice, and good governance as the nation marks Democracy Day.

In his Democracy Day message on Friday, the governor said the survival and growth of democracy depend not only on institutions but also on the commitment, participation, and resilience of the people.

According to Mbah, democracy thrives when citizens remain actively engaged in the pursuit of a better society and accountable governance.

“As we celebrate Democracy Day, I join Nigerians across the country in reflecting on our shared journey and recommitting ourselves to the values of unity, justice, and good governance,” he said.

The governor noted that Nigeria’s democratic progress has been sustained by the courage, sacrifices, and aspirations of citizens who continue to believe in the promise of a better future.

“Democracy is sustained not only by institutions, but by the people whose courage, participation, and belief in a better future keep its ideals alive,” he stated.

Mbah also paid tribute to the people of Enugu State, commending what he described as their resilience, enterprise, and unwavering commitment to development.

He said the contributions of Ndi Enugu continue to drive economic growth and social progress both within the state and across the country.

The governor urged citizens to remain united in the collective task of nation-building and creating opportunities for future generations.

“Together, let us continue building a stronger Nigeria and a more prosperous Enugu for generations to come,” he said.

The Democracy Day message comes as the Mbah administration continues to pursue ambitious economic and infrastructure projects aimed at transforming Enugu State into a major investment destination.

One of the flagship projects is the proposed 660-megawatt coal-fired power plant, expected to provide stable and affordable electricity to homes and businesses across the state by late 2027.

According to the state government, the project will utilise Enugu’s low-sulfur, high-calorific coal reserves to generate cleaner energy while addressing long-standing electricity challenges.

The administration believes a reliable power supply is critical to its broader economic vision of expanding Enugu’s economy from approximately $4.4 billion to $30 billion.

Industry analysts have also projected that the project could position Enugu as one of Nigeria’s leading power-independent states, improve industrial productivity, reduce energy costs, and attract significant local and foreign investments.