Mathew Amaechi
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday commended Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo as a visionary leader and “solution provider” during a high-profile visit to inaugurate multiple legacy projects aimed at transforming the state’s socio-economic landscape.
Tinubu, who arrived at the Chinua Achebe International Airport in Umueri at 12:14 p.m., was greeted by a delegation of top officials including National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, and Minister of Works Dave Umahi.
The President’s visit marked a significant endorsement of Soludo’s administration as he commissioned critical infrastructure projects, some of which represent firsts in the state’s 34-year history.
The President’s itinerary included the inauguration of the Solution Fun City, a state-of-the-art recreational complex, followed by the unveiling of the newly constructed Anambra State Government House and Governor’s Lodge—a landmark project developed for the first time since the state’s creation in 1991.
Tinubu also commissioned the revamped State House of Assembly complex, revealing the administration’s focus on modernizing governance infrastructure.
Speaking at the New Government House ceremony, Tinubu lauded Soludo’s commitment to institutional development and inclusive governance. “Soludo is here providing solutions, and that solution lies in infrastructure and empowering people through progress.
This is democracy in action—prosperity driven by environmentally responsive governance,” the President declared. Tinubu emphasized infrastructure as the “backbone of development,” praising Soludo’s alignment with national goals. “Anambra is achieving great heights by building tomorrow today.
A leader like Governor Soludo places the state on the path of 21st-century advancement through technology, investment, and good governance,” he stated. The President further hailed Soludo as a “good thinker” and collaborator, adding, “We can go places together in building Nigeria’s future.”
The event highlighted Soludo’s ambitious agenda to reposition Anambra as a hub of innovation and economic resilience. The Governor’s Lodge, absent for over three decades, and the cutting-edge Solution Fun City symbolize efforts to boost tourism and public welfare.
Tinubu’s visit also drew attention to the state’s strategic partnerships, with dignitaries lauding the projects as models for subnational development. Governor Soludo, while not quoted in the provided details, has consistently emphasized his administration’s focus on sustainable development. Thursday’s ceremonies reinforced his pledge to deliver “a livable and prosperous homeland” for Anambra residents.
The President’s endorsement of Soludo’s policies signals potential alignment between state and federal development priorities, particularly in infrastructure and technology-driven governance. Observers note that Tinubu’s praise may bolster confidence in Anambra’s investment climate amid broader national economic reforms.
As the event concluded, Tinubu departed with a call to “encourage good governance everywhere,” framing Anambra’s strides as a blueprint for Nigeria’s progress. The projects stand as a testament to Soludo’s “solution-oriented” mantra—a phrase now echoed at the highest levels of national leadership.
