Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has disclosed his initial reluctance to construct a road in Okpoko community, Ogbaru Local Government Area, due to the political affiliation of the House of Representatives member representing the area, Noble Igwe.
During the inauguration of 12 km of roads in Okpoko, Soludo admitted that he had dismissed complaints about the poor state of Nwokedi Street because Igwe was in the opposition party at the time.
“I rejected the advice to develop Nwokedi Street because the House member representing the area was formerly in the opposition.
“As of the time he brought the poor state of the road to my attention and advised it should be repaired, he was in the opposition then, and I did not listen to him,” Soludo stated.
However, Soludo emphasized a change in perspective, noting that Igwe’s membership in their party now influenced the decision-making process.
He acknowledged Igwe’s past efforts and highlighted the importance of inclusivity within the political sphere.
“Today, Noble Igwe is in our party, and he is a mainstream member, so we have listened to him. When he was in the opposition, he was in the parlour talking but his voice could not be heard, but today, he is not only a mainstream member of our party, but he is right in the bedroom talking with us,” Soludo remarked.
The governor urged residents to support his administration, promising to prioritize the development of Okpoko and ensure the community’s prosperity.
“Even if there is no money in Anambra, we wouldn’t mind using all the money in Anambra to develop Okpoko. Okpoko must be rebuilt. One of the reasons I became a governor was to give Okpoko identity,” Soludo affirmed.
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