Emma Elekwa
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo on Sunday reassured his continued readiness to develop the state.
He said he would never relent in serving the people regardless of areas of location.
Soludo gave the assurance during an inter-denominational thanksgiving to mark successful end of his first term in office held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Awka.
He expressed gratitude to the people for their resilience and support, just as he acknowledged the hand of God that guided his administration through various challenges.
He said, “I have always prayed God who has blessed me from my mother’s womb, with life and good health, to use me to bless my state and eventually He did it.
“This is a moment to thank all of you, contributing your advice and being pillars of support to us. As we end this first term in office, I want to tell you that in terms of development, you ain’t seen nothing yet.
“On Tuesday is the swearing in ceremony for our second term. I call on you all to come with us let’s make a new Anambra; one not dominated by okeite and ezenwanyi, cultists and drug barons, but one that celebrates hardwork and enterprise.”
Earlier in his sermon themed, “Leading with Wisdom and Integrity,” Archbishop of Anglican Communion, Awka Diocese, Rt. Rev Alexander Ibezim underscored the place of integrity in leadership amidst difficulties.
“Leaders must have listening ears and be compassionate even in the midst of difficulties. But praising God invites divine guidance in leadership.
The service attracted dignitaries including former governor of the state, Dr Chris Ngige, wife of the governor, Nonye Soludo, Speaker, State House of Assembly, Somtochukwu Udeze as well as other top government officials.
Also in attendance were religious leaders from Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN).
Others are the Ministers from Catholic and Anglican communion, including National President, PFN, Bishop Francis Wale Oke.
Soludo would on Tuesday, March 17 be sworn in for a second term after winning re-election in November 8 governorship election in the state.
