The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council (JCC), Enugu State Chapter, under the able and progressive leadership of Comrade Okeke Kelvin, rises with one voice to commend and celebrate His Excellency, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, on the historic and transformative presentation of the 2026 "Renewed Momentum" Budget Estimates of approximately ₦1.62 Trillion.
This budget is not just a fiscal document; it is a bold manifesto of a future-ready Enugu, a concrete blueprint for liberation from underdevelopment, and a direct investment in the most critical asset of our great state:
For the second consecutive year, Governor Mbah has demonstrated an unwavering, rock-solid commitment to dismantling the barriers to quality education. By allocating a colossal 33% of the entire state budget to Education, His Excellency has not merely met a benchmark; he has set a new, golden standard for governance in Nigeria. This decisive action transcends political rhetoric—it is a revolutionary act that places the intellectual and skill development of Enugu students at the very core of the state’s transformation agenda.
We note with profound excitement the strategic direction of this investment:
· The completion and operationalization of the Smart Schools across all 260 wards, ensuring no child is left behind in the digital age.
· The ambitious move to establish Smart Secondary Schools and expand technical/vocational institutions, which aligns perfectly with our advocacy for education that prepares students for the competitive global market and innovation economy.
· This allocation confirms that Governor Mbah understands that the foundation of a "Self-Sustaining, Modern, Productive State" is laid in classrooms, labs, and workshops.
While we are particularly elated by the focus on education, we recognize and appreciate the budget’s comprehensive approach to building a new Enugu:
· Infrastructure & Transportation: The massive expansion of road networks and transport systems will ease the hardship of mobility for students and boost commerce.
· Healthcare (10% Allocation): The upgrade of 260 Primary Healthcare Centres and other facilities promises healthier communities and a more productive populace.
· Agriculture & Housing: The revolution in agriculture and the delivery of 15,000 mass housing units speak to food security, job creation, and improved welfare.
· Security: The sustained investment in security guarantees the safe and peaceful environment necessary for learning and growth.
The leadership of NANS JCC Enugu State, led by Comrade Okeke Kelvin, declares its full and unflinching support for this visionary budget. We see in it the sincere embodiment of the #TomorrowIsHere mantra. Governor Mbah has listened to the yearnings of the student community and has responded with monumental action.
We therefore call on:
1. The Honourable Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly: To expedite the thorough and swift passage of this landmark budget, ensuring the education allocation is fully protected and released for its intended purposes.
2. All Enugu Students and Youth: To own this budget, to be vigilant, and to prepare themselves to be worthy beneficiaries and future leaders that this investment seeks to create.
3. All Stakeholders in Education: To collaborate with the state government to ensure transparent, efficient, and effective implementation of these education projects.
Governor Peter Mbah has, once again, proven that he is a leader who matches his words with action. By making education the unequivocal focal point of the 2026 budget, he has secured his legacy as the true "Students' Governor" and the chief architect of Enugu's knowledge-driven future.
NANS JCC Enugu State Chapter stands in solidarity with this administration. We are ready to partner, to advocate, and to ensure that the "Renewed Momentum" translates into renewed hope, renewed skills, and renewed greatness for every student in Enugu State.
Tomorrow is indeed here, and it is being built in our classrooms.
Signed:
Comrade Okeke Kelvin
Chairman, NANS JCC Enugu State Chapter
For: The Entire Student Population of Enugu State.
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