Anambra approves ₦604m for infrastructure and plans Soludo’s swearing-in
The Anambra State Government has approved contracts worth about ₦604 million for road and infrastructure projects across the state. According to Commissioner for Information Law Mefor, several key decisions were made during the second Anambra State Executive Council meeting in 2026. The government has also scheduled three main events for the swearing-in of Prof. Chukwuma Soludo and Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim for a second term, and established subcommittees for smooth execution. The council also addressed issues related to the moral and social rebirth of the state.
What we know
- The Anambra State Government approved contracts totaling about ₦604 million for key projects.
- Three primary events were scheduled for the swearing-in of Prof. Chukwuma Soludo and Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim for their second term.
- The council evaluated and approved the sentence of native doctor Chidozie Nwangwu and ordered the destruction of his shrine as part of efforts to restore social and moral order.
- Ekwueme Square in Awka is now reserved exclusively for government functions, with private events moved to the Multipurpose Arena of the Awka Township Stadium.
- Specific project releases include funds for stadium upgrades, road marking, speed bump installations, and temporary accommodations for security personnel.
