From Ifeoma Ejiofor Nnewi
Anambra State governor, Prof Charles Soludo has won the 2024 Sun Newspaper best Nigeria governor award.
The Press Secretary to the Anambra State governor, Mr. Christian Osagie Aburime disclosed this in a statement.
He noted that thorough investigations were conducted by the Sun Nigeria and Gov Soludo was found most qualified for the honour.
The statement reads, ” In a resounding affirmation of his impactful leadership, the Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Charles Soludo, CFR, has been named the Sun Nigeria 2024 Governor of the Year, solidifying his status as an exemplar in progressive governance,” he said.
Aburime pointed out that the editors of Sun Nigeria headed by Mr Onuoha Ukeh, MD/ Editor-in-Chief, who visited Gov Soludo had on Friday last week presented him with the letter of the award, noting that their decision follows weeks of diligent inspection and a painstaking selection process by the publishers of Daily Sun, Saturday Sun, and Sunday Sun.
“Set to receive the prestigious award in Lagos on March 1, 2025, Gov Soludo continues to earn accolades for his progressive leadership and undeniable achievements in the state development. Widely regarded as a Mr. Fixer, Mr. Reformer, and Mr. Jinx Breaker, Governor Soludo’s solution-driven governance has silenced critics, proving that diligent verification of projects across sectors paints a compelling picture of progress and underscores the governor’s commitment to a livable, prosperous Anambra State.
“Most notably, among reasons advanced for the award to Gov Soludo include his ambitious road infrastructure projects spanning all 21 local government areas of Anambra State. Also, his investments in human capital development are found to be equally commendable, encompassing pivotal initiatives in healthcare, education, youth empowerment, skills acquisition, and seed capital programmes, among others.
“Gov Soludo, in response, thanked the Sun Editors and Editorial Board for the award. The governor also promised to grace the occasion in March in Lagos when the award will be formally conferred on him.”