Anambra indigenes living in Lagos have concluded plans for a Town Hall with the Executive Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo on Thursday in Lagos.
The interactive session scheduled to begin is organised by the Anambra State Liaison Office in Lagos, led by Chief Leo Chiegboka, and the business community.
With the theme: “Fostering Development and Collaboration,” Ndi Anambra, especially investors living in Lagos, would have ample opportunity to engage Soludo on key developmental issues with a view to determining how best to collaborate in moving the State forward in line with the governor’s infrastructural and economic development strategies.
According to a statement, the event would feature all high-flying Anambra businessmen and investors residing in Lagos.
“List of expected attendees also include members of the AASDU, leadership of clubs/market associations, women and youths, along with some ANSEC members who will accompany Governor Soludo to the Town Hall,” it added.
Chiegboka said the forum would discuss all groundbreaking initiatives, roadmaps of the Soludo administration and decide areas for guided interventions to overcome challenges and optimise all opportunities for partnerships and accelerate the development of Anambra State.
“The meeting will address various critical areas of concern, including investment, emphasizing the importance of “Aku luo uno” (bringing investments back home), security, revenue development, community engagement and emphasize the importance of obtaining Certificates of State of Origin, ’Chiegboka said.
Chiegboka added: “During the meeting, Governor Soludo will share his vision for Anambra State and seek the support and partnership of Ndi Anambra living in Lagos to achieve sustainable development goals. The aim is to establish Anambra State as the best place for any type of investment and ensure its growth and progress in various sectors.
“Additionally, the meeting will address the negative narratives surrounding Ndi Igbo, seeking ways to provide the correct perspectives and promote positive image for Ndi Anambra.
“It will explore the reasons for perceived dislike and highlight the excellent spirit and productive nature of the Igbo community.”
According to Soludo, “our aspiration is to change the trajectory/narrative of Anambra from being a departure lounge to a destination.”
