By Lateef Ibrahim, Abuja
Governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuna Charles Soludo has assured the people of Ogbaru and environ of his government’s intensified effort to combat the security challenges confronting them among others.
Soludo categorically pledged that the government would not relent in its fight against crimes in all parts of the State.
The Governor, who in a show of support, visited Iyiowa Odekpe in the Ogbaru Council Area where he was greeted with enthusiastic cheers from local residents, while inspecting the area’s critical infrastructure, highlighted the pressing need for improvements in security and road conditions, among others.
Soludo, according to a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, highlighted the past security challenges faced by Ogbaru as one of the eight local government areas, which were once considered troubled areas when he took office.
He recalled how Ogbaru was one of the three local government areas that kept his hopes alive during his gubernatorial campaign in 2010.
Soludo, according to the statement by his Chief Press Secretary, ” reassured the community of an intensified effort to combat these security challenges, pledging that the government would not relent in its fight against crime”.
The Governor also reiterated his dedication to the welfare of the common man.
The CPS, in the statement, explained that the governor’s visit garnered commendations from community leaders, including the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, who praised the Governor’s unwavering commitment to developing all areas of Anambra, including its more remote regions. Similarly, the Mayor of Ogbaru Council Area, Sir Kenneth Akwuobi, expressed gratitude for the Governor’s dedication to the community.
According to the statement, “As the Governor concluded his visit, the warm reception he received underscored the community’s support and hope for meaningful change and development in Iyiowa Odekpe and the greater Ogbaru area.
“Also, the promise of infrastructural improvements along with enhanced security efforts indicates a proactive approach towards fostering progress and stability within the community”, it added.
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