Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has called on the South East Development Commission (SEDC) to focus on projects that will accelerate development across the region.
Speaking on Tuesday while receiving members of the commission at his office in Centenary City, Abakaliki, Nwifuru emphasized that the commission’s establishment by the Federal Government fulfills a long-standing aspiration of the region’s leaders and people. He urged its members to work diligently and avoid unnecessary distractions.
“Do not engage in frivolities. Now, the development of the South East is in your hands. Do not look to the governors because we have our individual and state interests. Look beyond where you are coming from and strive to leave legacies that will speak volumes about who you are,” Nwifuru stated in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Dr. Monday Uzor.
The governor commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for setting up the commission and expressed confidence in the capacity of its leadership. He also called on South East governors to collaborate with SEDC in creating an enabling environment for development.
Earlier, the Managing Director of SEDC, Mark Okoye, represented by the Executive Director of Commerce and Industrial Development, Sen. Anthony Agbo, outlined the commission’s commitment to fostering partnerships among South East states. He noted that SEDC aims to harmonize policies, pool resources, and build a solid asset base to drive regional growth.
“SEDC has outlined strategic objectives, including collaborating with states to achieve a $200 billion economy by 2025 and spearheading transformative projects in infrastructure, energy, technology, and ease of doing business,” Agbo stated.
SEDC Chairman, Dr. Emeka Wogu, assured that the commission is dedicated to bridging the region’s development gap and positioning it for long-term progress.
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