Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has congratulated his Anambra counterpart, Professor Charles Soludo and his Deputy, Dr Onyeka Ibezim, on their inauguration and assumption of office.

 

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba, Governor Okowa said that Prof Soludo’s emergence as Governor was epoch-making.

 

He lauded the Aguata-born economist and former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria for his vision and promise of making Anambra a mega-industrialized economy.

 

Mr Okowa said that though Governor Soludo was coming into government at a time the economy of the country was at an all-time low, and insecurity a major challenge in the country, it was hoped that the renowned Professor of Economics would use his wealth of experience to change the narrative in Anambra.

 

He expressed optimism of a greater cooperation between Delta and Anambra, saying that as neighbours, the states have so much to share.

 

Governor Okowa On behalf of his family, the government and people of Delta State congratulated the Anambra State Governor, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo and his deputy, Dr Onyeka Ibezim, on their assumption of office and wished them a successful term in office.