Ukehe Development Forum (UDF) has passed vote of confidence on the Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area chairman, Dr. Eric Odo.
They also passed vote of confidence on Gov.Peter Mbah for his support and dedication to the development of the LGA.
This was contained in a communique signed by the UDF Dr. Chudi Ugwuada-Ezirigwe and the Convener, Mr Chinedu Akwolu issued on Tuesday at the end of its interactive session.
They expressed the satisfaction of Ukehe stakeholders comprising of political leaders, business executives, civil servants and community elites,with Odo’s performance since assumption of office.
The group promised to mobilise needed resources to support developmental initiatives of the LGA boss as well as nurture potential leaders in the community.
They commended the attention given to the Agu-Ukehe road as pivotal for economic and tourism growth, and called for creation of business hub in Agu-Ukehe, in order to attract investment.
The group,however, appealed for speedy reconstruction of the old Enugu – Opi – Nsukka road as well as resolution water scarcity issue in some areas.
“The Forum reinforces commitment to embrace collective responsibility for community progress.
“We advocate for intensified efforts to combat drug abuse through NDLEA intervention and community-driven awareness campaign.
“We recommend to institute periodic recognition programmes for outstanding educators, health workers and students as motivation incentives,” the communique reads.
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