Senator Ifeanyi Ubah has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the Southeast Development Commission Bill into law. This bill is a significant step towards addressing longstanding developmental challenges and fostering regional unity in the Southeast.
“The passage of this bill marks the culmination of the Southeast’s tireless efforts, as championed by me and other lawmakers, to establish a development commission that will address the region’s critical needs,” Senator Ubah stated.
The Southeast Development Commission will manage funds allocated from the Federation Account for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of roads, houses, and other infrastructure damaged during the civil war. It will also tackle ecological problems and other environmental or developmental challenges in Abia, Imo, Enugu, Anambra, and Ebonyi states.
Ubah’s commendation of President Tinubu underscores the importance of the President’s commitment to the region. This new law reverses the previous administration’s denial of assent, which had reinforced feelings of injustice and hindered the progress of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Southeast.
Ubah re-presented the bill to the Senate on October 4, 2023, after it was initially denied assent by the former administration. At that time, he emphasized the bill’s aim to establish a commission focused on the development of the historically marginalized Southeast region, which has faced various challenges in terms of infrastructure, healthcare, and economic development.
Senator Ubah’s appreciation reflects the collective gratitude of the Southeast people, who eagerly anticipate the positive impact of this development commission on their region’s growth and prosperity.
