Ekwueme Square in Awka has become a lively sea of green, white, and eager anticipation as delegates from across Anambra State, including 50 representatives from Anambra West Local Government Area, gather en masse to welcome President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The president is visiting to commission several transformative projects executed by the state government under the leadership of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo.
Leading the Anambra West contingent are the Mayor, Hon. Fidelis Nnazor, and his deputy, Hon. Edith Ndive. The group arrived in high spirits, donning beautifully tailored attires in Nigeria’s national colors—green and white—emblazoned with the Coat of Arms, a powerful symbol of national pride and unity. Their presence underscores the grassroots support and excitement trailing the President’s historic visit.
The commissioning ceremony marks a significant milestone in Anambra’s developmental journey and is widely seen as a strong presidential endorsement of Governor Soludo’s visionary leadership. From expansive road networks and bridges to healthcare facilities, modern schools, and smart urban projects, the projects to be unveiled are testament to Soludo’s relentless pursuit of a livable, secure, and prosperous Anambra.
President Tinubu’s visit also carries political and symbolic weight. As a progressive leader, his alignment with Soludo—another progressive economist and reformer—signals a rare convergence of vision between federal and state governments. Analysts believe this could unlock greater federal collaboration and investment opportunities for the state.
Mayor Nnazor, speaking ahead of the President’s arrival, remarked, “This is not just a visit—it is an endorsement of excellence. Governor Soludo has shown what good governance looks like, and we from Anambra West are proud to be part of this unfolding story.”
All around Ekwueme Square, l political stakeholders, clergy, market women, and professionals gather under the hot May sun, their hearts lifted by drumbeats, banners, and the rhythm of unity. Security agencies maintain orderly arrangements, and hospitality tents are filled with guests from across Nigeria.
The moment is more than ceremonial—it is a celebration of a new Anambra, one whose foundation is being laid brick by brick by a governor whose work is being noticed not just by the people but now, officially, by the President of the Federal Republic.
The applause at the distant sound of sirens shows it’s clear: the people of Anambra are not just waiting—they are ready.
