Government Controling only 2 Percent of Anambra Resources – Soludo

By Praise Chinecherem

Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has said that fixing the state required the people and communities, in consonance with the government.

He revealed that 98% of the state’s resources are in private hands, while the government controls only 2%.

Soludo spoke during the official commissioning of a 500-meter road built in Umueri, Anambra East Local Government Area.

The road, constructed by Chief Josephat Onwualor, is another testament to the efficacy of private-public partnership in driving community development.

The Governor praised Chief Onwualor’s initiative, declaring him “a champion worthy of celebration.”

He emphasized that community-driven approach is crucial for Anambra’s progress, stating, “Fixing the state requires the people and communities, in consonance with the government.”

Acknowledging limitations of state resources, Soludo regretted that even the entire 2024 budget will not be enough to fix all the roads within a single local government.

“98% of the state’s resources are in private hands, while the government controls only 2%,” he noted.

The Governor described PPCP as a major key to unlocking Anambra’s development potential, urging all well-meaning citizens to join the initiative, by contributing their resources and expertise towards building a better future for the state.

He expressed optimism that the coming year will witness “changing of gears” and predicted that 2024 will be a productive year for the state to make unprecedented progress.

Traditional Ruler of Umueri, Igwe Benneth Emeka, expressed gratitude to Governor Soludo for his leadership and sterling performance.

He encouraged the Governor to continue his good efforts, stating, “You are performing well, please don’t relent.”

The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Ifeanyi Okoma and his Power and Water Resources counterpart, Engr. Julius Chukwuemeka,

Also present were Member Representing Anambra East at the State House of Assembly, Hon Nweke Obi Callistus, Transition Committee Chairman for Anambra East Council Areas, Hon. Anselm Onuorah, among others.