ESUT Monitor Newspaper

07/08/2025

ENUGU AIR TAKES FLIGHT: A NEW CHAPTER IN SOUTHEAST AVIATION INDUSTRY

EVANG. RICHARD

Enugu State, under the leadership of Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, proudly becomes the first State in Nigeria’s Southeast to establish its own airline - and the second nationwide, after Akwa Ibom’s Ibom Air. This achievement marks a seismic shift in regional connectivity, economic growth, and infrastructure development.

FROM VISION TO REALITY

Announced in late 2023, the State committed over ₦41 billion for four aircraft in the 2025 budget - more than half of which have already landed at Akanu Ibiam International Airport.

On July 7, 2025 this day, Enugu Air officially launched with three Embraer jets (E170/E190), forging a strategic “golden triangle” linking Enugu with Abuja and Lagos - and soon extending to Port Harcourt, Owerri, Benin, and Kano.

WHY IT MATTERS

Strategic regional linkage:

Historically underserved by direct national flights, the Southeast gains a reliable aviation hub - facilitating trade, tourism, and access for the Igbo diaspora.

Economic ripple effects:

Enugu Air generates thousands of jobs - from pilots and cabin crew to ground staff and engineers - while energizing airport infrastructure, hospitality, and logistics.

Boost to state identity:

This bold move cements Enugu’s rise as a regional leader, echoing Governor Mbah’s broader development agenda: smart cities, CNG and electric buses, green schools and health centres.

GOVERNOR MBAH'S BROADER VISION

Since taking office in May 2023, Governor Mbah has prioritized infrastructure, education, and economic transformation:

Launched CNG bus fleets and modern transit terminals across Enugu Metropolis.

Revitalized the Oranto Airport Hotel to support airport expansion and anticipated tourism growth.

Injected investment into agribusiness deals, industrial startups, and smart public services - collectively raising Internally Generated Revenue from ₦37 billion in 2023 to over ₦144 billion by late 2024.

IBOM AIR: PRECEDENT & PROMISE

Akwa Ibom’s Ibom Air, established in June 2019, has flown such routes for years and earned industry accolades (e.g. IOSA certification, domestic codeshare). Enugu follows in its path - signalling that states can champion their own aviation ecosystems.

LOOKING AHEAD

Enugu Air’s success will hinge on:

Route performance and affordable fares.

Integration with existing national carriers like Dana Air, which Ibom Air codeshares with.

Expansion of cargo logistics, linking regional production to global markets via revamped airport facilities.

Governor Mbah’s vision was no mere political pitch - it was a strategic roadmap built on investment, infrastructure, and a long-term plan for elevating Enugu’s economic landscape.

Enugu Air isn’t just a state-owned airline - it’s a symbol: of regional empowerment, of innovative governance, and of a Southeast ready to shoulder its place in Nigeria’s prosperity future.

07/08/2025

Congratulations to HE DR Peter Ndubuisi Mbah on Launching the which will open up the State's Economic Frontiers.

07/08/2025

Enugu Air Will Redefine Regional Infrastructure, Empower Business — Dr Jerry Onuokaibe"

Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State has received high commendation for his administration's launch of Enugu Air, the first state-operated airline in the South East.

The Chief Executive Officer of First Choice Afro Villa Ltd and Mburubu Construction Company Ltd and The Igwe elect of mburubu Ancient Kingdom, Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu state , Chief Dr. Jerry Patrick Onuokaibe, made this known on Monday in Enugu, shortly after the commissioning of the Enugu Air project while having an interaction with journalists.

He described Enugu Air as a pivotal move towards strengthening the South East region’s infrastructure and business climate.

He stated that the initiative signals a transformative shift in the region's approach to connectivity, commerce, and regional integration.

According to him, “What Governor Mbah has done with Enugu Air is not just about flying aircraft—it’s about building bridges across economic zones, creating ease for investors, and redefining how people move, think, and plan in the South East."

Chief Dr. Onuokaibe, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s real estate and construction industry, also described the launch of the airline, starting with three Embraer aircraft (E170 and E190 series), as a futuristic response to the long-standing limitations in domestic mobility, particularly in the Eastern region.

“Before now, poor access to fast and reliable air travel was one of the bottlenecks investors raised when considering projects in the South East. That narrative has now changed. Enugu is now being repositioned not just as a state capital, but as a regional aviation and investment hub."

He also praised the Governor for linking the state to key Nigerian cities, including Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Owerri, Benin, and Kano, through the “golden triangle” flight routes planned under the airline.

“The scope of this project shows deep strategic planning. With cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Kano in the flight matrix, the Governor has laid a new corridor for goods, services, and skilled labor to move seamlessly in and out of the South East.”

“The economic implications of Enugu Air span far beyond aviation. This will spark ripple effects across various sectors—construction, hospitality, logistics, tech, even education. The more people and products we can move efficiently, the faster we grow. It will also inspire confidence in diaspora investors who now have easier access to their homeland.”

He also acknowledged the Governor’s efforts in selecting aircraft suited for regional travel, adding that the Embraer series reflects an understanding of both the market and the region’s infrastructural demands.

He, however, urged leaders in other South Eastern states to learn from Mbah’s model of translating policy ideas into impactful infrastructure, saying, “Leadership is about solving real problems, and today, Governor Mbah has solved one that has lingered for decades.”

07/07/2025

Not Just A Certificate, But A Dream....

No First Class Honours.
Not the Best Graduating Student anywhere.
Not the best in college.
No Vice Chancellor’s Award.
No Governor’s handshake either.

But you walked away with a degree and that, in itself, is a victory.

You see, the certificates with honors are beautiful. But so is surviving years of sleepless nights, tears behind closed doors, and private battles no one ever knew about.

So here’s to the ones who didn’t win all the awards but still made it out.
Here’s to those who kept showing up, even when their names were never called.
Here’s to the graduates who may not have topped the class, but never gave up. ✊🏾

Success isn't always about titles. Sometimes, it’s about endurance.
Sometimes, it’s just about finishing and finishing strong. 💪🏾

You may not have been crowned the best, but you have something just as valuable, a testimony. And it will open doors to many opportunities. 🚪✨

To every student out there still pushing: Your journey is valid. Your story matters. Your win is coming.

— Adam Syte
Nigerian Student

07/07/2025

HIS FATHER SOLD HIS CAR TO PAY HIS TUITION FEES

When Oladimeji Shotunde's father sold the only car he had, he knew he was not making a mistake. He prioritizes his son's future an made a bold sacrifice

Today, Oladimeji Shotunde didn’t just graduate, he made history at Lagos State University (LASU) in 2020 with a CGPA of 4.95 out of 5.00, the highest in the university’s 37-year history!

He studied Business Administration, but his story is far more than academics.

📌 Faced multiple rejections
📌 Still stood tall, led with purpose
📌 Founded a free academic support group that helped over 1,000 students
📌 Today, he holds a Master’s Degree from University College London

Today, he stands tall, not just as a scholar, but as a product of a father’s sacrifice.

This is not just a success story. It’s a reminder that when a parent sacrifices, generations rise.

— Adam Syte.

07/07/2025

DEAR ESUTITES,
The Best Gifts You can give your parents are Good grades, the BEST INVESTMENT you can Give to your FUTURE IS EXCELLENT CERTIFICATE

07/07/2025

DEAR ESUTITES
OFFICIALLY, The 2024/2025 2nd Semester Examinations Start Today and will End On 25 July.
WE WISH YOU SUCCESS

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07/04/2025

ESUT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT/INAUGURATION OF NEW SUG EXCO

The Management of ESUT on 2nd of July 2025 Organized Student Union Government Leadership Summit and Inauguration of Student Union Government 2024/2025 at the capacity filled Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah Multipurpose Auditorium ESUT Agbani.

The Keynote Speaker was the Secretary to Enugu State Government (SSG) Professor Chidiebere Onyia.
He spoke on the topic: Ethical Leadership and Accountability in Student Union Government

The Summit was well attended by Principal Officers, member of the University community, and other Resource Personalities including the Athorney General of Enugu State, Commissioner for Youth and Sports Hon. Ekweremadu, Hon. Engr Williams Amuka of Enugu State House of Assembly and Head of Public Affairs of EFCC, Enugu among others.

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