VP Shettima commends Soludo’s role in nation-building

Vice President Kashim Shettima says the policies of President Bola Tinubu have benefited significantly from the candid advice and economic expertise of Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, describing him as a respected public intellectual whose ideas have influenced national governance.

Speaking on Tuesday at Soludo’s second-term inauguration in Awka, where he represented the President, Shettima highlighted the governor’s role in shaping national conversations through what he described as constructive engagement that rises above partisan politics.

“The policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have benefited from the candour, specialist insight, and patriotic counsel of this distinguished economist, this restless thinker, this public intellectual of uncommon range, both in open fora and in private conversations. And that is how it should be,” the Vice President said.

He added that nation-building requires leaders to prioritise national interest above party differences, noting that collaboration across political lines remains essential to Nigeria’s progress.

Shettima described Soludo as a leader who has demonstrated that intellectual depth and practical governance can coexist, praising his ability to promote unity through thoughtful leadership.

According to him, the governor’s re-election reflects the confidence of the people of Anambra State in his competence and leadership style.

“The people of Anambra are today renewing not just a mandate, but a covenant with competence,” he said, adding that the second term represents an opportunity to consolidate ongoing reforms and development initiatives.

The Vice President also commended the working relationship between the Anambra State Government and the Federal Government, noting that Soludo’s maturity in governance has helped foster stability and cooperation.