Five states of the South East region have embarked on the construction of a modern International Conference Centre (ICC)Hotel in Enugu State to boost regional business, tourism and contribute maximally to the nation’s economic growth.
The general manager of China Communications Construction Company Nigeria, Ltd, Feng Yu, said that the main building of the Hotel has been successfully completed, with the aim of helping the West African convention and exhibition economy to move into a new dimension.
Feng Yu maintained that the steady advancement and subsequent decoration, mechanical and electrical installation and other projects, will enhance total completion of the Conference Center Hotel on schedule and with high quality facilities.
He said that the company is committed to strengthening Nigeria’s economic diversification and regional revitalization adding that they will continue to uphold the concept of “co-construction and lean construction”.
“The ICC hotel is marking a key progress following it’s strategic importance to regional landmark.
It will also inject strong impetus into the implementation of Nigeria’s economic diversification, strategy and Enugu State’s efforts to build a regional business and tourism center.
“The Project located in the heart of Enugu, approximately 3 kilometers from the State Government Office Building has become a key project in Nigeria’s efforts to promote economic restructuring.
The project has a total construction area of approximately 35,000 square meters, and comprises three 10-story main buildings and a podium.
“This project encompasses a multidisciplinary construction process comprising of earthwork, structural engineering, interior design, mechanical and electrical installation.”
He noted that they were earlier faced with a series of challenges which include, a tight deadline, construction during the rainy season, the difficulty of detailed drawings, complex cross-processing, and the high precision required for pre-embedded mechanical and electrical systems.
He noted that the management team employed scientific organization and meticulous management, actively communicating and coordinating with all parties, optimizing the construction plan, and strengthening resource allocation.
It is pertinent to note that the team effectively overcame the dual pressures of the natural environment and technical requirements, ensuring high-quality progress in the main structure construction.
“As a core vehicle for the integrated development of “business and tourism” in Enugu State, the ICC Hotel project holds profound significance. Nigeria, one of Africa’s largest economies, is diversifying its economy through tourism and the service sector.
“The advancement of this project also demonstrates the deepening infrastructure cooperation between China and Nigeria under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative.
“It is another example of China-Africa collaboration in promoting sustainable development and enhancing connectivity,” he said.
