Governor Soludo's latest attempt to cling to power is a masterclass in political opportunism. As President Bola Tinubu visits Anambra State, courtesy of Chief Emeka Anyoaku, the former Commonwealth Secretary-General, whom the Nnamdi Azikiwe University honored in 2017 by instituting the Institute of International Studies and Diplomacy in his name, Soludo is desperately trying to hitch a ride on the President's coat tails. It's is an established fact that the President has come to commission the completed N1.5 billion Multi-Complex of this institute, as a due honor to Chief Anyoaku's legacy.
One wonders if a children's amusement park and an uncompleted Government House are projects worthy of interrupting the busy schedule of a sitting President. These projects pale in comparison to the impactful initiatives commissioned by President Tinubu in other states, such as the State Agriculture Mechanisation Centre and the 24km dual carriage way commissioned by Mr. President in Katsina State few days ago, or the Blue and Red Rails in Lagos State.
Let's we forget; the contrast between Soludo's governance and Tinubu's track record is stark. As Governor of Lagos State, Gov Tinubu transformed Lagos into a thriving metropolis, showcasing his ability to deliver impactful projects and drive economic growth. This legacy speaks to his capacity for governance and development.
Meanwhile, despite his academic credentials as a professor, Soludo's performance as Governor of Anambra State has been nothing short of mediocre.
It's appalling that Soludo is trying to usurp credit for the PBAT's visit to Anambra state for projects that don't even measure up to the quality and impact of the Institute of International Studies and Diplomacy at Nnamdi Azikiwe University. The President's visit is a credit to Chief Anyoaku's legacy, not Soludo's governance.
Meanwhile, as we welcome our progressive President to Anambra state, we express gratitude to President Tinubu for his administration's ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure in our dear State, particularly the dualization of most Trunk A federal roads in Anambra, including the second phase of road construction around the Second Niger Bridge and the ongoing efforts to see to the completion of the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway. These projects demonstrate the President's commitment to driving economic growth and development in the state.
Given Soludo's mediocre performance, blatant opportunism, and suffocating multiple taxation policies inherent in his Akado economics, Anambra State deserves better leadership. Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu of the APC offers a promising alternative, with a vision that aligns with President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, promising economic reforms and development that will drive growth and prosperity for all Anambra citizens.
Finally, despite Soludo's attempts to masquerade as a progressive, Anambra's citizens will render their verdict on November 8, 2025. The APC candidate Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, will emerge victorious, and Anambra State will join the league of progressive states under PBAT's stewardship.
By Mazi Chidi Orjika