The Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah has commissioned the remodelled clubhouse in the state ahead of the 2026 National Sports Festival (NSF).
Thelensng reports that Enugu was confirmed as the host of the NSF after the National Sports Commission (NSC) presented the letter of award to the government in January 2025.
Mr. Mbah, who announced the unveiling of the renovated clubhouse on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, reiterated his commitment to sports development beyond the upcoming event.
He wrote: “At my investiture as President of Enugu Sports Club, I had the honour of commissioning the remodelled clubhouse, a moment that underscored the deep connection between our administration and the vibrant sporting community in our dear state.
“It was an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to delivering a world-class 2026 National Sports Festival. We are already upgrading the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, the Awgu Games Village, and other sporting facilities, ensuring they meet international standards.
“These investments go beyond the festival; they align with our broader vision of growing Enugu’s economy from 4.4 billion dollars to 30 billion dollars, attracting over three million tourists, and creating thousands of jobs. The ongoing transportation upgrades across the state are also designed to support this ambition.”
The Governor noted that his administration is delivering on the promises made, stressing that the road infrastructure revamp across various local governments and zero-tolerance policy for unpaved roads are clear testaments to his government’s vision.
“Our revenue strategy remains people-centred. As dormant assets are revitalised and the tax net widened, we’re steadily moving towards our 2025 internally generated revenue target. Enugu Sports Club, founded in 1929, is woven into the fabric of our state’s history, and its role in fostering social cohesion and community wellbeing cannot be overstated,” he said.
He expressed gratitude to the outgoing Chairman, Sir Victor Atuonwu, and his Executive team for their remarkable work in remodelling the clubhouse.
