Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State has been honored as the Leadership Newspaper Governor of the Year 2024. His remarkable leadership style, bold reforms, and commitment to development have transformed Enugu State and set a benchmark for governance in Nigeria and beyond.

Before stepping into public service, Peter Mbah made his mark in the private sector. He founded Pinnacle Oil and Gas Limited, turning it into a leading company in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. His success came from innovative strategies, excellent team management, and his drive to deliver results—skills he has brought into his role as governor.

Mbah’s vision for Enugu State focuses on inclusive growth and development. In less than two years, he has made significant progress:

Over 71 roads have been built or repaired in just one year, as part of his goal to construct 10,000 kilometers of roads in eight years.

His Smart School Projects aim to provide students with digital skills and prepare them for a technology-driven future.

By partnering with global stakeholders, Mbah has introduced modern farming techniques, better seeds, and resources to support farmers, ensuring food security and rural development.

Governor Mbah has made Enugu safer by equipping security agencies with modern tools and technology, reducing crime, and restoring peace in the region.

In healthcare, his administration has upgraded numerous primary health centers and is transforming the Enugu State University Teaching Hospital into a world-class medical facility.

Mbah has made history by increasing Enugu State’s minimum wage to ₦80,000, improving the quality of life for local government and primary school workers. Under his leadership, the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) has soared by 286.2%, from ₦37.4 billion in 2023 to ₦144.7 billion in 2024.

The 2025 budget prioritizes capital projects, with 86% allocated for development, signaling an aggressive push for economic transformation.

Through the Peter Mbah Foundation, he has provided scholarships, built hospitals, repaired rural roads, and supported patients with medical bills. His commitment to community development reflects his passion for uplifting underserved communities.

Mbah’s leadership has earned him national and international recognition, including:

• The National MSME Award for promoting small businesses.
• The United Nations SDG Champion Award for his sustainable development initiatives.

Governor Peter Mbah’s achievements in governance, infrastructure, education, healthcare, and economic growth have made him a beacon of hope. His visionary leadership continues to inspire progress and transformation in Enugu State and beyond.

With a legacy built on service, innovation, and excellence, Peter Mbah is setting a new standard for effective governance in Africa.