Anambra First Lady Hails Obi for Empowering Petty Traders with Motorcycles, Shuttle Buses, others

By Praise Chinecherem

Wife of Anambra state Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo has commended Chairman, Idemili South Local Government Area of the state, Mrs Amaka Obi for empowering women and girls in the Council Area with skills, tools and practical means of livelihood.

Soludo who gave the commendation on Saturday said Obi’s gesture was a demonstration that equipping the right hands to earn, create and grow, was indirect way of strengthening entire families and communities.

She expressed optimism that the skills, tools and support provided would become seeds of prosperity for many families.

She said, “I joined good people of Idemili South Local Government Area at their 2026 August Meeting and Empowerment Summit, beautifully put together by the Mayor of the Council, Mrs Amaka Obi.

“What particularly touched me about today’s event was the emphasis on supporting the beneficiaries with practical means of livelihood.

“From sewing machines and baking ovens to salon equipment, motorcycles, shuttle buses and financial support for petty traders, the programme speaks to an important truth that when we equip the right hands to earn, create and grow, we strengthen entire families and communities.

“I must commend the Mayor of Idemili South and everyone who contributed to make this spectacular initiative possible.

“I’m especially grateful for the warm welcome and the opportunity to share another memorable moment with our mothers and sisters.

“I’m hopeful that the skills, tools and support provided today will become seeds of prosperity for many families.

“And as I always emphasize, a woman empowered is a family strengthened, a community transformed, and a future secured.”