Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has commissioned the newly rebuilt Hotel Presidential, a historic landmark in the state, promising to restore other moribund public assets and transform Enugu into a hub for investment, tourism and leisure.
The commissioning ceremony, which took place on Thursday at the hotel premises in Enugu, marked a symbolic step in Mbah’s broader economic revitalization agenda.
Built under Dr. Michael Okpara’s administration and originally commissioned in 1963, the Hotel Presidential once stood as a beacon of the Eastern Region’s pride, resilience, and economic ambition.
However, the iconic hotel fell into a state of disrepair, remaining moribund for over 15 years due to mismanagement and neglect.
Governor Mbah, in his remarks, expressed gratitude to the people of Enugu for their trust in his administration.
He reaffirmed his commitment to reviving the visions of the state’s founding fathers by breathing new life into long-abandoned infrastructure.
“This iconic structure has been transformed into a world-class hospitality facility. Enugu is now open for business. This is part of our audacious plan to position the state as Nigeria’s top destination for living, investment, and tourism,” the governor declared.
Mbah noted that the project aligns with his promise to create employment opportunities, tackle poverty, and convert dormant public assets into engines of economic growth.
Also speaking at the event, Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Ugochi Madueke, described Governor Mbah as a “silent achiever” and stated that the revamped Hotel Presidential would significantly boost the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) and enhance its global image.
