Ahead of the Governorship election coming up on 8th November, 2025 –the Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo has unveiled his vision for his second tenure, if he wins.
The Governor has promised to build three new smart cities, rails, improve healthcare and invest in youth empowerment programs.
In a Wednesday press release by the Governor’s press secretary, Christian Aburime — he highlighted his aim to scale up projects that would Anambra and make it a green, liveable, and prosperous homeland.
While declaring his vision to invest in Smart cities, improve healthcare and others, Soludo said all these are to consolidate his first tenure — to redefine urban living, boost economic activity, and enhance sustainability across the state.
On his flagship projects, he stated that he would build three smart cities –Awka 2.0, Next Onitsha, and the Anambra Mixed-Use Industrial City.
He added that every resident would have digital access to medical consultations as he plans to establish a comprehensive oncology centre to fight Nigeria’s rising cancer burden.
“Every Life must count,” he said.
On the part of transportation, Soludo has promised that it would become a lot easier for the people of Anambra as he plans to build a state rail network, dualised Trunk A highways, Bus Rapid Transit systems, and digital ticketing.
“The goal is to increase productivity and ease movement while reducing environmental impact,” he said.
Adding that “We will unlock Anambra’s tourism potential through the development of Ogbunike Caves, Owerre-Ezukala Waterfalls, and Agulu Lake into eco-tourism hubs with supporting infrastructure and security.”
On hospitality, Soludo mentioned an upcoming Marriott Hotel in Awka which, according to him — would boost the state’s hospitality and business tourism sectors.
For Education and youth empowerment, the Anambra Governor said he would launch a comprehensive bursary scheme for Anambra students — to ensure that no student is left behind.
“With his second-term vision, Governor Soludo is not just promising continuity, but a dramatic leap forward in transforming Anambra into a model state,” Aburime Said
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