{"id":5497,"date":"2026-11-01T09:20:46","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T09:20:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/11\/01\/2027-prp-candidate-faults-mbahs-development-scorecard\/"},"modified":"2026-11-01T09:20:46","modified_gmt":"2026-11-01T09:20:46","slug":"2027-prp-candidate-faults-mbahs-development-scorecard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/11\/01\/2027-prp-candidate-faults-mbahs-development-scorecard\/","title":{"rendered":"2027: PRP candidate faults Mbah\u2019s development scorecard"},"content":{"rendered":"
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By Chinedu Adonu<\/p>\n

The governorship candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Enugu State, Ray Kene Ogbodo, has faulted Governor Peter Mbah\u2019s performance report, arguing that the administration\u2019s development efforts should be measured by improvements in the living conditions of residents rather than projects executed and revenue generated.<\/p>\n

Ogbodo, while acknowledging the state government\u2019s infrastructure drive, said greater attention should be given to poverty reduction, job creation, household income and economic empowerment.<\/p>\n

He stated this in a statement issued to journalists at the weekend by his Media Aide, Hon. Don Victor.<\/p>\n

The PRP candidate questioned whether the reported increase in government revenue and ongoing infrastructure projects had translated into improved living standards for ordinary citizens.<\/p>\n

\u201cGovernor Mbah has presented an impressive account of projects and government revenue. But the fundamental question remains: Are the people of Enugu becoming more prosperous, or is it mainly the government that is becoming wealthier?\u201d he queried.<\/p>\n

Ogbodo noted that Enugu\u2019s internally generated revenue reportedly rose from about N26.8 billion in 2022 to N406.77 billion in 2025, alongside substantial allocations from the Federation Account.<\/p>\n

He argued that such revenue growth should be reflected in measurable improvements in the welfare of residents.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen government revenue increases dramatically, the people deserve to see corresponding improvements in their lives. How many families have escaped poverty? How many sustainable jobs have been created? How many struggling businesses have received meaningful support?\u201d he asked.<\/p>\n

He maintained that although investments in roads, schools and healthcare facilities were important, infrastructure development should go hand in hand with addressing the immediate economic challenges facing residents.<\/p>\n

\u201cA beautiful road means little to a family that cannot afford food. A modern healthcare facility must also provide accessible and affordable treatment. Development must improve human lives, not merely transform the physical appearance of our state,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The opposition candidate called for stronger social protection programmes, increased support for farmers and small businesses, youth employment initiatives, affordable healthcare and targeted assistance for vulnerable households.<\/p>\n

He also urged the Mbah administration to publish a comprehensive citizens\u2019 welfare scorecard showing progress in household incomes, employment, poverty reduction and access to essential services across urban and rural communities.<\/p>\n

Ogbodo clarified that his criticism was not a rejection of infrastructure development but a call for a more inclusive approach that places the welfare of ordinary citizens at the centre of governance.<\/p>\n

\u201cI acknowledge Governor Mbah\u2019s ambitions and the projects his administration has undertaken. However, I expected more emphasis on the immediate welfare of our people. A government should not be judged only by what it builds for tomorrow, but also by how it protects and empowers its citizens today,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n

Reaffirming his vision for the state, Ogbodo pledged to promote ethical leadership, transparency, accountability, economic empowerment and inclusive development.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy vision is an Enugu where public wealth translates into shared prosperity, where opportunities are accessible beyond political connections, and where every citizen has a fair chance to live a decent and dignified life,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He urged the governor to make household welfare a central priority, insisting that the ultimate measure of prosperity should be the quality of life of the people.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe true measure of prosperity is not how much money government controls, but how much better the people live. Ndi Enugu deserve economic security, opportunity, dignity and a better future,\u201d Ogbodo added.<\/p>\n

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