ENUGU GOVERNMENT TO LUNCH ENUGU AIR, CNG BUSES BEFORE MAY 29.

The Enugu State Government has announced plans to launch several initiatives before its second anniversary on May 29. 

This was announced by the Commissioner for Transport, Dr. Obi Ozor, during the State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House, Enugu, on Sunday.

Ozor disclosed that the initiatives include the launch of Enugu Air with three aircraft, two of which are already on ground, and the deployment of 100 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses for commercial operations.

He further said that the state will also inaugurate four ultramodern transport terminals at Holy Ghost, Gariki, Abakpa, and Nsukka, which will begin commercial operations before the anniversary. 

Additionally, the government plans to bring in an electric and CNG automotive manufacturing plant to Enugu and launch the Enugu Smart Transport Programme, introducing over 2,000 electric vehicles by the end of the year.

The commissioner said the government is also investing in tourism infrastructure, including the development of Awhum Waterfall, Nsude Pyramid, Ngwo Pine Forest, and the Cross of Hope, adding that these projects will feature modern amenities such as canopy walkways, ziplines, and rotundas, and are expected to boost tourism in the state.

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