The Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Ben Osy Okoh, has convened the first management meeting of the Ministry for the year, charging Directors, Engineers, Architects, and other senior officials to prepare for increased responsibilities as the administration accelerates infrastructure development across Enugu State.

According to a release by Ngozi MaryAnn Ngene, Public Relations Officer of the ministry, the meeting provided an opportunity to review the Ministry’s operational status, evaluate available resources, and reaffirm strategic priorities in line with the Ministry’s mandate and the development vision of the Governor.

Engr. Okoh emphasised that while certain operational refinements may be introduced to enhance efficiency, the core mandate of the Ministry remains constant and firmly aligned with the administration’s infrastructure transformation agenda.

He disclosed that the Ministry is concluding the second phase of urban road projects, alongside the delivery of 260 Smart Green Schools, 260 Primary Healthcare Centres, the ICC International Hotel, and the International Hospital. He further stated that the award and commencement of construction of 1,022 urban roads under Phase Three, recently approved by the State Executive Council, would begin shortly.

The Commissioner stressed the need for deliberate coordination, effective supervision, and efficient deployment of human and material resources as project delivery continues to expand across both urban and rural areas of the State.

“We must plan ourselves properly so that we are not overwhelmed,” Engr. Okoh stated.

He directed Heads of Departments to ensure optimal utilisation of manpower through structured task allocation, capacity-driven assignments, and purposeful engagement of all personnel to sustain productivity and enhance institutional effectiveness.

Calling on staff to fully align with the vision of the State, the Commissioner encouraged innovative and forward-looking approaches to service delivery. He highlighted major flagship projects, including the proposed Monorail Project and the 30-storey Twin Towers at the New Enugu City, noting that these initiatives would significantly redefine the development narrative of Enugu State.

“These projects will change the story of Enugu State. We must therefore prepare ourselves for more complex and transformative assignments,” he said.

Engr. Okoh further directed that clear performance benchmarks and quarterly deliverables be articulated to support effective monitoring and continuous improvement across departments, stressing that collective commitment remains essential to achieving the Ministry’s objectives.

In conclusion, the Commissioner called for speed and efficiency in official processes, urging staff to ensure prompt treatment of files. “Anything that can be done today should not be postponed till tomorrow,” he stated.