Mbah lauds Powell Homes investment in Enugu housing

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has commended Powell Homes and Shelters Limited for its investment in the state’s housing sector, saying private investment complements his administration’s development efforts.

Represented by his deputy, Ifeanyi Ossai, at the inauguration of Hosana Estate in Ibagwa Nike, Mbah praised the firm’s Managing Director, Chibuikem Onyekachi Emmanuel, for his entrepreneurial drive.

Ossai assured investors and residents that the government would continue to improve security and infrastructure.

“As a government, our primary objective is to provide security for the people and I’m delighted with what I’ve seen about the estate,” he said.

“On our part, we’ll keep expanding infrastructure and for all those we’ve not attended to, do not be disappointed, we’re already on that path and we’re progressing geometrically,” he added.

Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, Beloved-Dan Anike, said the ongoing dualisation of the road had improved Ibagwa Nike’s prospects as an emerging urban centre.

He commended the company for locating the estate in the community, saying such investments could help address the housing deficit.

The traditional ruler of Ibagwa Nike, Igwe Emma Ugwu, welcomed the development and pledged the community’s support.

“When my people came to my palace to make enquiries about the project, I assured them that it aligns with the developmental initiative of Dr Peter Mbah and that the company is genuine and reliable,” he said.

Facilities at the estate include internal roads, drainage, electricity infrastructure, a synthetic football pitch and a children’s playground.

The company said it planned to expand beyond Enugu and explore financing models and partnerships to make homeownership more accessible.