Vice President Kashim Shettima, alongside former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, have arrived in Anambra State on Tuesday for the second-term inauguration of Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo.
The dignitaries were received ahead of the ceremony scheduled to hold at the Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, where Governor Soludo will formally begin his renewed mandate.
Their presence underscores the political significance of the event, drawing national attention and reflecting broad engagement among Nigeria’s current and former top leaders.
Vice President Shettima is representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration.
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The ceremony is expected to attract traditional rulers, political stakeholders, members of the diplomatic community, and supporters from across the state and beyond.
Security arrangements have been strengthened around Awka and surrounding areas to ensure a peaceful and orderly event.
Governor Soludo, who secured re-election in the most recent governorship election in the state, is expected to outline his priorities for the second term, with emphasis on economic development, infrastructure expansion, education, security, and governance reforms.
The inauguration marks the beginning of a new phase of administration in Anambra State as residents anticipate continued policy implementation and development initiatives under his leadership.