Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has expressed profound sadness over the shocking news of the death of veteran Nollywood actor, Mr. John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, on Saturday 2nd, March 2024. Governor Soludo regrets that Mr. Okafor’s passing has left a significant void in the Nigerian entertainment industry. The Governor further recalls that the late actor’s comedic genius, infectious laughter, and captivating screen presence brought joy and laughter to millions across the country and beyond. Governor Soludo noted that having acted in over 200 movies in his career, it is acknowledged that the immense contributions…
Author: Christian Aburime
Universally, education plays a crucial role in modern society for several reasons. These include empowerment and personal development, economic growth and development, reduction of poverty and inequality, enhanced civic participation, promotion of social cohesion and tolerance, innovation and technological advancement, cultural preservation and global interconnectedness, among others. No wonder, legendary Nelson Mandela, former president of South Africa, once said that “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” As great minds tend to think alike, iconic Nigerian legends such as Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe and Chief Obafemi Awolowo also once extolled the value of education.…
Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has eulogized the life of late Senator Annie Okonkwo as purposeful and impactful. Governor Soludo gave the description during a funeral mass celebrated in honour of the late Senator at St Paul Catholic Church, Ojoto, Idemili South Council Area. The mass which was celebrated by the Archbishop of Onitsha Archdiocese, the Most Rev. Valerian Okeke was also attended by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Oti, Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, top government officials including senators, members of…
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo has again assured of the State government partnering with the Nigerian Navy as well as supporting interventions for greater mutual output and safer region Governor Soludo was speaking when the recently appointed Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla paid him a courtesy visit at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia. The Governor revealed that notwithstanding the fact that the service does not take cognizance of ethnicity in making appointments but uphold the highest form of professionalism and hierarchy, Vice Admiral Ogalla’s appointment, he said, was greeted with much jubilation in the South East…
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo has commissioned the temporary site for the Solution Innovation District located at De Destination Hub, Awka. The Innovation district which is a one-stop shop for youths in the areas of services and innovation, will provide training, incubation, and access to internet for youths with steady power supply Performing the function, Governor Soludo congratulated the 20,000 Anambra youths who recently participated in the initial training programme of the Solution Innovation District, for acquiring various digital skills online. The Governor thanked Microsoft and Wootlab Foundation for partnering with the state government to make the project…
In March this year when the Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, marked his first year in office, his chief guest, former President Olusegun Obasanjo made news with some remarks he made at the event in Awka. Reminiscing in his speech, President Obasanjo in his characteristic outspokenness disclosed that he was at one time against the ambition of Professor Soludo becoming just a Governor but was reserving him for some bigger international assignments or at least at the Federal level. Why? Hear the former president: “In the course of my experience with Chukwuma, I had mapped out for…
The timeless maxim, “For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also”, is a familiar biblical derivation with human relevance. It speaks to our value system and things we hold so dear that we can invest time, effort and resources in. Today, the same above aphorism is being framed as a question to Ndi Anambra Diaspora: where is your treasure? Where is your heart? If Anambra State is dear to your heart, as in there is no place like home, why then have you not planted your treasure in the homeland by investing there? These are critical questions…
Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has urged the United States Consul to partner the state on development of export emporium. Governor Soludo made the call when the Consul General at the U.S. Consulate in Lagos, Mr Stevens Will paid him courtesy visit at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia. According to the Governor who addressed the media shortly after a closed door session with his visitor, said their discussion centered on opportunities which abound in trade investment and technology innovations. “Nigeria and the US have enjoyed very long beneficial relationship, spanning decades. “We reviewed the kind of partnerships…
History was made again as the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, the third largest political party in Nigeria, flagged off its presidential and governorship campaigns in grand style The flag off has been described in various quarters by political pundits as unprecedented and mother of all political rallies. This is hinged on the fact that the flag off witnessed an unprecedented massive turn out of crowds and party faithfuls Never in the history of the State has Anambra people witnessed such massive unprecedented crowds just for a political rally Tales of the event still reverberates across the City of Awka,…
Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has called for the immediate and unconditional release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu who has been in detention with the Federal Government of Nigeria. Governor Soludo who made the demand during the APGA Campaign kick-off in Awka, specifically appealed to the Federal Government to release Nnamdi Kanu unconditionally. Governor Soludo went further to assert that if the detained IPOB leader cannot be released unconditionally, he should be released to him saying he is ready to stand surety for him. “I am making a passionate appeal to the Federal Government to release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu unconditionally. If…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance, (APGA), National Executive Committee (NEC) has appointed Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo CFR, Governor of Anambra State, as the party’s National Leader. The appointment was made during the Party’s NEC meeting held at the International Convention Center in Awka, where the members unanimously appointed Governor Soludo as the party’s leader. The certificate was formally presented to Governor Soludo by the National Chairman of the Party, Ozonkpu Victor Oye in the presence of all the NEC members Governor Soludo, upon receiving the certificate of appointment, stated that it is a great pleasure, with a sense of humility…
Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has assured that his administration is ready for strategic partnerships with communities for accelerated development. He also assured that the administration is working assiduously to repair the broken social contract existing between Ndi Anambra and the State government. Governor Soludo gave the assurances while recieving a delegation of Amawbia people led by Ozonkpu Victor Oye, National Chairman of APGA and Chief (Engr) Godwin Aronu, President General of Amawbia Town Union who paid him a courtesy call at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia. While addressing the delegation, Governor Soludo stressed that it will take…
By Christian ABURIME As the 5th democratically elected Governor of Anambra State, Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, remains an enigma to many people. Those close to the governor know him as a workaholic imbued with an unusual energy and a man who loves Ndi Anambra so much that he is irrevocably committed to changing their lives better than he met them. From the day he was sworn in till this very moment, Soludo has not rested. It has been work, work, and more work. Every action taken by him has been top-notch. First, he wasted no time in recruiting those…
Preaches love and understanding at 30 years marriage anniversary By Christian ABURIME Governor of Anambra State, Processor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has advocated that love and understanding remains the recipe for a successful marriage. Governor Soludo was speaking during the thanksgiving mass celebrated to mark the thirtieth wedding anniversary ceremony between himself and his wife, Nonye. During the mass which was celebrated by the Catholic Bishop of Ekwulobia Diocese, Peter Cardinal Okpalaeke, the couple renewed their marital vows to each other and exchanged rings. According to the Governor, he will marry his wife over and over again and described…
Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has extended his warm seasons greetings to Ndi Anambra Governor Soludo in his Christmas message expressed gratitude to God Almighty for the gift of life and the grace to celebrate another Christmas this year He noted that Christmas is essentially a time for hope and a season for a renewed inspiration from our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, whose birthday is celebrated on the solemn occasion annually. Governor Soludo therefore called on the people to embrace the timeless message of God’s love, hope and redemption of mankind which are the cardinal significance of the occasion…
By Christian ABURIME Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has solicited increased support for the Nigerian Police to confront its dearth of resources challenge. Governor Soludo stated this when the Inspector General of Police, Baba Alkali Usman, paid him a courtesy visit at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia. Governor Soludo who particularly appreciated the Nigerian Police for their roles inspite of all the challenges praised the Police in Anambra saying that they have been top notch in terms of their responsibilities, together with the other security agencies in the State Welcoming the IGP to Anambra State, Governor Soludo said,…
By Christian ABURIME Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has commended his immediate predecessor, Chief Willie Obiano for the legacy projects he put in place while in office as APGA Governor in Anambra State. The Governor also reiterated that Anambra government is APGA and should be sustained being the third biggest political party in the country. l Governor Soludo who made these remarks at the Aguleri Country home of Chief Willie Obiano during a courtesy visit, stressed that Obiano was instrumental to building APGA to its present pedestal. Speaking during the Courtesy call, Governor Soludo said that he…
The Anambra State contingent to the National Sports Festival has arrived the state after a successful outing in Asaba, Delta State. The Contingent comprising 249 persons, including two hundred and four (204) Athletes and forty-five (45) officials, departed Awka for Asaba on November, 29, 2022. The team which participated in twenty-one (21) events, won a total of thirty-nine (39) medals including six (6) gold, nine (9) silver and twenty-four (24) bronze. Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo congratulated the contingent for lifting the Spirit of Anambra high and conducting themselves in a manner deserving of a true onye Anambra. The outing did…
By Christian ABURIME Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, says, development of Nigeria should be the utmost priority for any politician or candidate. Governor Soludo made the remark at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia, where he recieved in audience, the PDP Presidential Candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his running mate, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa. Governor Soludo emphasized that Nigeria is bigger than any political party and the business of building the country is bigger than any politician. “In this business of building Nigeria, Anambra and Igboland should be an open place for anyone. “Just give us your proposition and…
By Christian ABURIME Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has called for increased partnership with the Church to help sustain his administration’s transformation agenda. Governor Soludo made the call during the Annual Thanksgiving and Official Inauguration of the newly re-elected officers of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter. The event was held at Life of Faith Gospel Assembly Cathedral, Housing Estate Onitsha. In his remarks at the occasion, Governor Soludo referred to the church as the biggest partner in the state and society transformation agenda of his administration. “If I had missed this event, it would be a huge…
By Christian ABURIME Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has inaugurated the Anambra State Oil and Gas Development Committee. He performed the function at the Government House, Awka. Barrister Uju Ifejika is the Chairperson, while the Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources is the Secretary. Vice Chairman of the Committee is Engr. Ikechukwu G. Okafor. Other members include the Commissioner for Transport, Barr. Patricia Igwebike, Commissioner for Information, Sir Paul Nwosu, Mrs. Nkechi Obi, Prof K.K. Nwozor and Dr. Chris Ofokansi. Others are Chief Tony Okwesa, Engr. Jideofor Chukwuemeka Etele, Barr. Anthony Ifeanya, Engr.…
By Christian ABURIME Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo CFR has signed the 2023 appropriation budget approximately N260 Billion naira. The brief ceremony was performed at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia. Addressing the media, the Governor appreciated the State House of Assembly for the expeditious passage of the budget. “The more fundamental job has been done by the State House of Assembly,” the Governor said. “I want to thank the parliament particularly for this productive partnership. We are partners in this transformation agenda for Anambra State. “The Leadership has shown capacity and passed this budget into law while we strive…
By Christian ABURIME Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has presented certificate of recognition to the Traditional Ruler of Ụmụọmakụ Community, in Orumba South Council Area, Igwe Obinna Livinus Ezenwa. Governor Soludo performed the presentation; his first since he assumed office, at the Government House, Awka. Governor Soludo stated his administration’s commitment to resolving existing leadership crises in many communities of the state. “Our administration is striving to restore peace and order in communities experiencing leadership tussle by organizing proper elections which has recorded huge success in the past using my community as an example in…
By Christian ABURIME Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has described the death of Anambra State lawmaker and former Majority Leader in the State House of Assembly, Hon. Nnamdi Okafor, as a loss to the State. Governor Soludo made the remark at St. Patrick’s Cathedral during a special mass held in honour of the departed lawmaker. According to the Governor, “We are here to give honour and our last respect to our brother, friend, colleague, father, Hon. Nnamdi Okafor who until his death was the majority leader in the State House of Assembly. “His death is a…
By Christian ABURIME Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has rejoiced with His Eminence Francis Cardinal Arinze who celebrated his 90th birthday anniversary The Governor attended a Holy Mass of Thanksgiving held at Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, Onitsha, to mark the birthday celebration. Speaking at the occasion, Governor Soludo said: “We have gathered to celebrate one of the finest gifts God has given to the world. “You have been such a great influence and inspiration to the universal world, Anambra State, Nigeria and to me personally. “I recount, you had a special mass for me and my predecessor,…
By Christian ABURIME Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo says population will determine who gets what from the state government. Governor Soludo who made this remark while meeting with President-Generals (PGs) of the 179 communities in the state, called on them to mobilize their Communities to participate in the forthcoming national census The interaction was held at the ASATU Hall, Government House Awka. According to Governor Soludo, “one of the criterion for sharing resources in our proposed community government will be based on the size of each community. “Population size will be an important ingredient for partaking in…
By Christian ABURIME The Anambra State Law Review Committee has concluded its review. The Committee which was set up by the immediate past administration paid a courtesy call on Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia, to officially submit it’s report. The Committee was led by the former State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Uju Nworgu. Receiving the Committee, Governor Soludo commended their efforts on the onerous task which they successfully discharged, emphasizing on the significance of digitizing Anambra State Laws. “Part of what we would like to achieve is in line with our vision…
Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR has expressed commitment to fostering strategic partnerships with the potentials of throwing open, the flood gates of development into the state. Governor Soludo was speaking while welcoming the Italian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Stefano De Leo and the Apostolic Nuncio, Most Rev. Antonio Guido Filipazzi who paid a visit to the Catholic Diocese of Ekwulobia. Describing their visit as a blessing of God, Governor Soludo stated that he came with two messages for the church; the first is to let them know that God loves Ekwulobia Diocese. “We must let you know we appreciate your…
In today’s knowledge economy, education is cardinal and human capital is integral. The quality and quantity of human capital constitute an indispensable imperative for the socio-economic development of modern societies, especially in a world increasingly influenced by pervasive technological transformation. It is thus immensely reassuring that the government of Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo CFR, is putting human capital development, through education, at the core of rapid socio-economic development of Anambra State as a liveable and prosperous smart mega city. Against all odds, the Soludo government is already breaking new grounds as he delivers on his pro-people manifesto and electoral promises…
In continuation of his open demonstration of transparency and credibility, Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, will present appointment letters to the five thousand (5000) teachers recruited in the recently concluded exercise in Anambra State. Today, Friday, December 2, 2022, the International Convention Center, Awka, venue for the historic event, will be a beehive of activities as from 10:00 am when the teachers and guests are expected to be seated. This is another testament to the transparency being demonstrated by Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo’s administration in all sectors in Anambra State The occasion will officially witness the Governor personally welcoming and…
