Enugu Gov. Receives Global Water Governance Award

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has been awarded the Overall Best Scientific Oral Presentation at the XIX World Water Congress in Marrakech, Morocco.

The trophy was presented at the Government House, Enugu, by Amaka Nweke, who represented Nigeria at the international event.

The award recognises Enugu State’s transformation in water governance under Governor Mbah’s administration.

Since assuming office in 2023, the state has increased daily water production from 2 million litres to 120 million litres, through investments in treatment plants, reticulation networks, a 4.4MW gas-powered energy facility, tariff reforms, and community engagement programmes.

At the Congress, Nweke delivered a presentation titled “Water and Nature: Innovative Solutions for a City in Nature, Using Enugu’s Coal City to Water City as a Case Study.” Her presentation, selected best among 46 oral presentations and 65 research submissions, highlighted Enugu’s sustainable water management strategies, including rainwater harvesting, wetlands restoration, urban drainage systems, and partnerships with international investors.

The presentation received commendations from delegates and officials of the Moroccan government, who described Enugu’s model as a leading example of modern water governance in Africa.

After receiving the award, Governor Mbah described it as a collective achievement for Enugu State and Nigeria, while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure, innovation, and people-centred development.

According to him, the recognition further positions Enugu State and by extension Nigeria as a model for subnational leadership and global best practices in water management.