David-Chyddy Eleke examines the acceptance of Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, by prominent citizens of the state, as evidenced in the goodwill messages he received on his 65th Birthday
on Monday, July 28, 2025, Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State celebrated his 65th birthday. The event sparked off celebration among indigenes of the state, especially prominent individuals, eliciting congratulatory messages from across political parties, groups and associations. The birthday celebration came at a time when the state is already charged for the governorship election which comes up on November 8.
Two days before the birthday celebration, indigenes of Anambra Central Senatorial Zone had held an endorsement rally for the governor, drawing support from all the seven local government areas of the zone, mostly prominent individuals of the area, who took time to endorse the governor for a second term in office. Many individuals including former Aviation Minister, Chief Osita Chidoka, prominent political figure, Chief Okey Muo-Aroh, Deputy governor of the state, Dr Onyekachi Ibezim, among others, were part of the ceremony.