ANAMBRA State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has sworn in 21 elected local government councils chairmen, charging them to be hardworking and prioritise grassroots development during their tenure.
Speaking during during the ceremony at the Government House, Awka, on Thursday, October 3, Soludo urged the new council executives to always put the residents first in all they do, saying they were elected to serve the people who are expecting much from them, charging them not to disappoint those who elected them.
“Congratulations on your victory at the polls. You have transmitted from the realm of politics to governance. Therefore, see yourselves as agents of positive change in your communities.
“Welcome to project Anambra. Let us work collaboratively to advance the common good of the people because ultimately, we have one goal which is the security and welfare of the people.
“As a team in project Anambra, we will not let the people down. You are now sworn-in, show us what you can do. The clock just started ticking.
“I wish all of you a very successful tenure in office,” he said.
Speaking on behalf of his colleagues, Chairman of Aguata Local Government, Dr. Chibuike Ofobuike, thanked the governor for his leadership, promising their unalloyed support.
Ofobuike said they would build on the landmark achievements of the government at the grassroots.
