Tinubu in Anambra State: After 34 Years, Anambra Celebrates a New Dawn with Tinubu's Historic Visit [VIDEO]

 

The bustling city of Awka came alive with excitement on Thursday as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu touched down in Anambra State for a landmark official visit. Arriving at the Chinua Achebe International Airport at approximately 12:15 pm, the President was warmly welcomed by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo and a host of dignitaries.

A day that had long been anticipated by the people of Anambra unfolded with historic significance. At the center of the President’s visit was the formal inauguration of Anambra State’s first-ever Government House—an institution that, until now, remained a glaring omission since the state’s creation in 1991. This major unveiling marks a pivotal moment in the governance and administrative journey of the southeastern state, bringing a symbolic close to more than three decades of operating from a temporary structure in Amawbia.

Governor Soludo, who assumed office with promises of infrastructural transformation and institutional reform, stood proud as he guided the President through the newly completed facility. Spanning nearly eight hectares of land, the Government House has been described as the “biggest and greenest” state house in Nigeria—a bold testament to the administration’s commitment to sustainable architecture and functional governance.

Residents of Anambra and officials alike were visibly jubilant, their faces lit with pride as President Tinubu lauded the efforts of the Soludo administration. The atmosphere reflected a collective sigh of relief and accomplishment, as the dream of a state headquarters that reflects the vision of modern governance was finally realized.

Speaking on the development earlier on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, the state’s Commissioner for Works, Ifeanyi Okoma, articulated the emotional and administrative significance of the project. He revealed that for 34 years, successive administrations had failed to construct a befitting seat of government, relegating operations to a makeshift arrangement outside the state capital.

“This is a major celebration for the people of Anambra,” Okoma said. “Through the leadership of Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, we now have a Government House that not only stands as the largest but also embodies the greenest vision of governance in Nigeria.”

Aside from inaugurating the state’s new Government House, President Tinubu's visit extended to the commissioning of several key infrastructure projects executed under the Soludo administration. These projects span various sectors, including transportation, health, education, and urban renewal, and are aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents while positioning Anambra as a hub for investment and development in the South-East.

This trip marks President Tinubu’s second visit to the South-East region since the start of the year. His earlier visit to Enugu State in January involved a Town Hall meeting with regional stakeholders, followed by the commissioning of notable developments, including the "Solution Fun City"—a recreational and educational park aimed at youth engagement and tourism.

Observers note that the President's presence at these regional milestones not only affirms his administration’s commitment to national unity and regional inclusion but also serves to underscore the strategic importance of the South-East in Nigeria’s developmental framework.

President Tinubu, addressing dignitaries and community leaders during his tour, expressed admiration for Governor Soludo’s visionary leadership and emphasized the need for other states to emulate such forward-thinking projects. He reiterated the federal government’s willingness to support state-driven initiatives that align with national goals of infrastructure renewal, digital governance, and environmental sustainability.

“For any government to be effective, the institutions and environment it operates within must reflect the ambition and capability of its leaders. What we see here today is not just a building—it is a statement,” Tinubu remarked.

Public reaction across social media and community networks has been overwhelmingly positive. Many described the event as a turning point for Anambra, with citizens expressing renewed confidence in the direction the state is headed under Soludo’s stewardship. Civic organizations, professional bodies, and youth groups also applauded the project, calling it a milestone that will help streamline administrative processes and attract more investment to the state.

Analysts believe that the timing and scale of the projects underscore Governor Soludo’s broader ambition of transforming Anambra into a digitally connected, economically vibrant, and environmentally conscious state. The unveiling of the Government House is not only symbolic of progress—it also sets a precedent for future infrastructural developments in the region.

With President Tinubu’s endorsement and public approval, Anambra State appears to be charting a new course—one rooted in ambition, legacy, and a bold departure from decades of underdevelopment in critical state infrastructure.

As the President's convoy rolled out of Awka, the sentiment across the state was unmistakable: a new era has begun. For the first time in over three decades, Anambra now stands tall with a Government House that mirrors its identity, aspirations, and readiness to lead in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.