The Enugu State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Ben Osy Okoh, has charged senior officials of the ministry to improve performance and align their operations with the state government’s infrastructure development agenda.
Okoh gave the charge while presiding over the first management meeting of the ministry for the year, attended by directors, engineers, architects and other senior staff.
The commissioner said the meeting was convened to review the ministry’s operational status, assess available resources and reaffirm strategic priorities in line with the vision of the current administration.
He noted that although certain operational adjustments may be introduced to enhance efficiency, the core mandate of the ministry remains unchanged and focused on driving infrastructure transformation across the state.
Okoh disclosed that the ministry was concluding the second phase of urban road projects, alongside the delivery of 260 Smart Green Schools and 260 Primary Healthcare Centres currently under construction across the state.
He also listed other major projects being executed by the ministry to include the ICC International Hotel and the International Hospital.
According to the commissioner, the State Executive Council has approved the award and commencement of construction of 1,022 urban roads under Phase Three of the urban road development programme, adding that work would begin shortly.
He stressed that the expanding scale of projects across urban and rural areas requires effective coordination, supervision and efficient deployment of human and material resources.
“We must plan ourselves properly so that we are not overwhelmed,” Okoh said.
The commissioner directed heads of departments to ensure optimal utilisation of manpower through structured task allocation, capacity-based assignments and purposeful engagement of staff.
He urged personnel of the ministry to embrace innovation and adopt proactive approaches to service delivery in order to meet the growing demands of the sector.
Okoh further highlighted flagship projects of the administration, including the proposed Monorail Project and the 30-storey Twin Towers at the New Enugu City, which he said would significantly redefine the state’s development outlook.
“These projects will change the story of Enugu State, and we must prepare ourselves for more complex assignments,” he added.
The commissioner also directed that clear performance benchmarks and quarterly deliverables be introduced across departments to enhance monitoring and accountability.
He emphasised the need for speed and efficiency in official processes, particularly in the handling of files and internal approvals.
“Anything that can be done today should not be postponed till tomorrow,” Okoh said.
