Soludo Warns Anambra Political Office Holders Against Abuse of Power as State Marks 35 Years

By Praise Chinecherem

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has cautioned members of the State Executive Council and other political office holders against the arbitrary use of power, urging them to exercise authority responsibly and in the interest of the public.

Soludo gave the warning during the 10th meeting of the Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC), according to the Commissioner for Information and Value Reformation, Dr Law Mefor.

The governor stressed that public power must be exercised with restraint and directed toward the common good, in keeping with democratic principles.

According to Mefor, Soludo emphasised that “power must be deployed for public purposes and the common good” and must never be abused by those entrusted with public office.

Meanwhile, the Council has unveiled plans for the celebration of Anambra State’s 35th anniversary of creation, with the environment taking centre stage.

Mefor said the anniversary, scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026, would be celebrated under the theme, “Our Environment, Our Future.”

He said the celebration would highlight the administration’s efforts to build a clean and green Anambra while drawing attention to environmental challenges confronting the state.

“Major highlights include a tree-planting campaign and a media chat with Mr Governor,” Mefor said.

The Commissioner also disclosed that the Council had approved a new regulatory framework for cooperative societies in the state.

He explained that the framework would establish minimum operational standards aimed at improving the viability and scalability of cooperatives while protecting members’ investments.

“It is also designed to strengthen COFAS in discharging its responsibilities and to position cooperatives for more organised contributions to the state’s economic growth and development,” he said.

On infrastructure and economic development, Mefor said the Council reviewed the economics of the Anambra Aerotropolis, which he described as an emerging export emporium and economic gateway to southeastern Nigeria.

He said key components of the project include the Anambra Mixed-use Industrial City (AMIC) and an entertainment hub, all situated within the state’s free trade zone.

The Council also reviewed progress on the regeneration and modernisation of major markets across the state and expressed satisfaction with the pace of work.

Mefor said the ongoing regeneration of Onitsha Main Market remained on course for completion and was expected to provide a model for similar projects across Anambra.

“Council noted that these foundational steps, though demanding, are necessary to prevent Anambra from sliding into a chaotic urban slum and to place it on the path to becoming a clean and green smart megacity,” he added.

The anniversary activities and ongoing urban regeneration projects, according to the Commissioner, are part of the state government’s broader efforts to reposition Anambra as a cleaner, more organised and economically competitive state.

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