‘A quintessential leader’ — Soludo celebrates Obi of Onitsha on 83rd birthday

Chukwuma Soludo, governor of Anambra, has hailed Nnaemeka Achebe, the Obi of Onitsha, on his 83rd birthday.

According to a statement on Tuesday by Christian Aburime, his spokesperson, Soludo acknowledged the qualities and contributions of Achebe to the growth and development of Anambra state.

He said the monarch has contributed to peace in the state, adding that he has also demonstrated a steadfast commitment to the advancement of education.

“He noted that the first-class monarch’s exceptional leadership and wise counsel have been invaluable assets to the traditional institution and societal peace in Anambra State and beyond,” the statement reads.

“Also, the governor commended Igwe Achebe’s impact as the Chancellor of the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, and formerly Chancellor of Kogi State University, esteemed positions of leadership which have seen him demonstrate a steadfast commitment to the advancement of education and human capital development in our dear country.

“Governor Soludo, therefore, on this special occasion joins the royal family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate this icon of our time, a quintessential leader, a bridge builder and an embodiment of wisdom, integrity and service to humanity.

“May the Almighty God continue to bless His Majesty, Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe, with good health, renewed strength, greater wisdom and many more years of purposeful leadership and service to our dear State and Nigeria.”