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Soludo’s strides to preserve Anambra environment for the future
By Christian ABURIME
In his quest for a thriving and harmonious homeland, the illustrious stewardship of Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has left an indelible mark on the landscape of progress and development within the past 22 months.
At the forefront of the administration’s multifaceted agenda lies an untiring commitment to the core pillars of security, law and order, infrastructure and economic transformation, human capital development, governance reforms, and the creation of a sustainable environment.
These are the foundational principles which formed the bedrock upon which Anambra’s prosperity is being meticulously built by Governor Soludo.
In the realm of environmental sustainability, the Soludo administration has embarked on a transformative journey to craft a future defined by clean, green, and meticulously planned communities, markets, and cities.
The canvas of the state is being painted with the strokes of conscientious policies and actionable initiatives. A pioneering feat in this endeavour is the formulation and implementation of a comprehensive Waste Management and Environmental Sustainability Plan.
This visionary initiative is poised to elevate Anambra into the esteemed status of the nation’s cleanest and greenest state, a testimony to the administration’s commitment to ecological excellence.
In the battle against the perennial threat of flooding, urban centres are witnessing the ongoing de-silting of drainage systems. This strategic move not only safeguards against the destructive forces of flooding but also ensures the longevity of vital road infrastructure, enhancing the overall resilience of the state.
The administration’s foresight extends to the proactive control of erosion, manifesting in the creation of purpose-built pits designed to collect runoff water. This innovative approach not only addresses the immediate challenges posed by erosion but also lays the groundwork for a sustainable and ecologically conscious future.
An ambitious tree planting campaign has taken root in major cities and towns, including Awka, Onitsha, and Nnewi, with the goal of introducing a staggering one million new trees. This initiative transcends mere numbers; it seeks to cultivate a culture of tree planting, fostering a collective responsibility towards the environment.
The indomitable spirit of Anambra was tested during the monumental flood crisis of 2022, which submerged half of the state’s land area for weeks. In the face of adversity, the Soludo administration not only managed but emerged triumphant, navigating the crisis with resilience and fortitude, safeguarding lives, livelihoods, assets, and public infrastructure.
As a further proof of the administration’s commitment to lasting change, the finishing touches are being applied to the Environmental Sustainability Bill. This legislative cornerstone will further fortify Anambra’s trajectory towards a future where ecological balance and sustainable practices are not mere aspirations but integral components of governance.
In the symphony of progress orchestrated by Governor Soludo, the crescendo of sustainable development reverberates across the hills and valleys of Anambra.
Each initiative, from waste management to flood resilience, stands as a tribute to a vision where prosperity harmonizes with environmental stewardship, creating a legacy that will endure the test of time.
The legal team of suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, say they are ready with factil evidence to defend her in court.
The team received a formal summons in the case filed against her by the Federal Government at the Federal Capital Territory High Court last week.
On Friday, May 16, 2025, the Federal Government filed the suit, marked CR/297/25, over alleged defamatory remarks made during a live appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on April 3, 2025.
The government accused the senator of “making imputation knowing or having reason to believe that such imputation will harm the reputation of a person”, citing Section 391 of the Penal Code, cap 89, Laws of the Federation, 1990.
Among the witnesses listed to testify during the trial were Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and a former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello.
Others include Asuquo Ekpenyong, a senator; Sandra Duru; Maya Iliya, investigating police officers; and Abdulhafiz Garba, investigating police officers.
However, in a statement issued Friday night by Dr. Ehiogie West-Idahosa (SAN) on behalf of the legal team, Akpoti-Uduaghan’s lawyers confirmed receipt of the formal summons and pledged to prepare all “factual and statutory defences” available to the lawmaker during trial.
“At about 2:30pm on Friday, May 23, 2025, within the premises of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, we received the information filed by the Director of Public Prosecutions, containing three counts alleging that our client, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, made imputations she had reason to believe would harm the reputation of Senator Godswill Akpabio, President of the 10th Senate,” the statement read.
“We received the said information on her behalf through a letter of authority duly issued and filed in the court’s registry.
“The legal team will fully prepare and present all factual and statutory defences available to our client during the trial.”
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) will on Tuesday next week begin the take over of 4,794 properties in Abuja, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) headquarters, due to unpaid ground rent.
The PDP headquarters, currently under construction in Abuja’s Central Business District, is among the affected properties, having been revoked in March for several years of unpaid ground rent. The FCTA disclosed that 4,794 titles had been revoked for failure to pay ground rent, with some defaults dating back 43 years.
The affected properties are located in various districts, including Central Area, Garki I and II, Wuse I and II, Asokoro, Maitama, and Guzape.
The defaulters owe over N6.96 billion in ground rent. The FCTA had given a 21-day grace period for owners with debts under 10 years, which has now expired.
The FCTA officials announced that the takeover would begin on Monday, May 26, 2025, with the sealing off and restriction of access to the affected properties.
The Director of Land Administration, Chijioke Nwankwoeze emphasized that the revocations were carried out under Section 28(5)(a)(b) of the Land Use Act, which empowers the government to reclaim land when the terms of occupancy are violated.
Two people sustained serious injuries when a training aircraft crash-landed at the Ilorin International Airport on Friday.
Director of Public Affairs and Family Assistance, NSIB, Mrs Bimbo Oladeji, who disclosed this in a statement, said the incident occurred at 17:28 local time on May 23, 2025, during a simulated instrument approach on Runway 05 at Ilorin International Airport.
Oladeji said the aircraft veered off the runway and came to a stop on the grass verge, leaving the two occupants on board injured.
She stated: “Both sustained serious injuries and were swiftly evacuated to a medical facility, coordinated by the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, NAMA.
“In response, the NSIB Go-Team is currently preparing to depart from Abuja to Ilorin to conduct on-site investigations. The team will secure the site, collect physical evidence, interview witnesses, and retrieve operational data to establish the cause and contributing factors of the incident.”
Quoting the Director General of the NSIB, Captain Alex Badeh Jr., she said “Our thoughts are with the injured, and we commend the swift medical and emergency response. Now, our focus is on understanding exactly what went wrong. Every investigation is an opportunity to improve safety. We are deploying our team to Ilorin to ensure that no detail is overlooked.”
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