Emma Elekwa
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra state has commissioned the 1.2-kilometre Nzegwu Okoye Road in Umueri, Anambra East Local Government Area of the state.
The project was fully funded and executed by the traditional ruler of Umueri, Igwe Ben Emeka, under Governor Soludo’s Public-Private-Community Partnership (PPCP) model.
Speaking during the commissioning, the Governor noted that true measure of prestige is no longer found in titles, but in the tangible impact made through community service and local ownership.
According to him, rather than waiting solely for government intervention, the “Anambra Spirit” thrives when individuals take ownership of their environment.
“Sense of community is the foundation for the progress of Anambra.
Describing the monarch’s gesture as perfect alignment with his administration’s philosophy, Soludo encouraged further private, community investment in public infrastructure.
Build it, I will commission it
He highlighted his standing pledge to any citizen ready to step up, stressing, “once you build it, I’ll come and commission it.”
The governor also utilized the platform to challenge the state’s wealthy elite to rethink their contributions to society.
He urged well-meaning individuals to pivot from ceremonial displays of wealth toward substantive community service.
“By following Igwe Emeka’s lead, citizens become active partners in governance, ensuring that development is not just “government-owned” but “people-owned,” the governor added.
Appreciating the Governor for gracing the occasion with his presence, the monarch expressed confidence that the road would enhance mobility, boost commerce, among others.
