The Opposition party in Anambra state the People’s Democratic Party has expressed its disappointment at the performance of Governor Charles Soludo
The party’s Publicity Secretary, Uloka Chibuike in a statement said Governor Soludo has failed to complete any significant projects aimed at alleviating the suffering of the people of Anambra.
He remarked, “It’s been almost 24 months since Anambra residents enthusiastically elected Soludo as their governor. His distinguished background as a professor, renowned economist, and former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria gave him an advantage over other candidates during the November 2021 election.”
“With a manifesto filled with promises, expectations were high. However, after 24 months, the people of Anambra continue to endure hardship and struggle, leaving the state in a dire state.”
Chibuike emphasized that as Soludo’s tenure approaches its two-year mark, there is a glaring absence of significant completed projects that would have improved the lives of Anambra’s citizens. Instead, he claims it has been a succession of letdowns with little tangible progress to showcase.
He added that under Soludo’s leadership, the state’s road infrastructure has deteriorated to the point of being nearly impassable, severely affecting small-scale business owners and traders who are struggling to access their workplaces.
According to Chibuike, the few road projects that have been initiated have been assigned to questionable contractors, resulting in more problems than solutions.
“It is high time for Soludo to contemplate stepping down, as the state is suffering on spiritual, emotional, physical, and economic levels. His incompetence and unfulfilled promises have led to tragedies such as those faced by struggling traders who cannot access their businesses due to the state of the roads.
“Anambra State is grappling with nonexistent drivable roads just weeks before Christmas, and security remains a significant concern, with the governor failing to address the issue in numerous local governments controlled by non-state actors.
“Under Soludo’s administration, governance has deteriorated, forcing the people of Anambra to celebrate important events outside their ancestral homes due to insecurity. Even traditional rulers are no longer able to observe Ofala festivals due to these challenges.
“With another Christmas approaching and numerous challenges ahead, it seems unlikely that our people will be able to return home. In September, the administration awarded a contract for the Ugwunwasike Road, which leads to the largest building material market in the South East, if not West Africa.
Despite the release of funds, the road’s condition has worsened, negatively impacting businesses and motorists.
Responding Press Secretary to Governor Soludo, Christian Aburime, insists that the governor has accomplished a great deal in less than two years in office.
“Anyone with doubts should visit Anambra to witness the significant transformation firsthand.
“The opposition’s criticism is merely an attempt to distract Soludo, who remains focused on delivering tangible benefits of democracy to the good people of Anambra.
