Stakeholders from the housing sector have commended the Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo on the ongoing housing development policies in the State.
They made the commendation over the weekend, as a new smart city, known as the Soul City officially launched in the State.
Located at Obosi community, Idemili North Local Government Area of the State, the Soul City comprises a tourist centre, wonderland, shopping malls, centre for arts/culture, residential, hospitals, hotels, schools, and amusement parks, among other facilities that make it stand out among others.
The unveiling of the project held in Awka, the capital city of the State, with many dignitaries in attendance.
Speaking at the event, the Convener of the Occasion and Director of the Soul City, Chief Nnamdi Michael Nwokoye, who gave an overview of the City, said the project was masterfully designed and would be second to none in the country upon completion.
He revealed that Anambra State was chosen as the location for siting of the project because of its security and the viability of its business environment, and in and spirit of Akụ Ruo Ụlọ.
He further appreciated Governor Soludo, and the State’s Commissioner for Culture, Entertainment and Tourism, Comrade Don Onyenji, for keying into the project, and for their support so far.
He also extolled the security operatives whose good work contributed to the success and progress of the project since its inception till date.
According to him, the investors in the Soul City are drawn from different parts of the world, with many still trouping, to make the dream a reality.
While reiterating the historical significance of the Soul City’s arrival for Anambra’s economic and touristic prospects of the State, Chief Nwokoye further urged all stakeholders to rally behind the project, given its great potential and capacity to generate employment, stimulate investment, elevate the standard of living across the state and beyond, and generally enhance the overall development of the State.
In his remarks, the Commissioner attributed the influx of investors into Anambra State to the commendable efforts of the Soludo Administration, affirming it as a testament that Anambra is indeed the Light of the Nation.
He described the Soul City as an idyllic and serene destination, particularly citing the scenic waterways in the vicinity, even as he encouraged individuals to seize the opportunity to invest in the region, especially given the Soludo Administration’s vision for Onitsha 2.0, which, he said, would soon drive the demand for landed property and others in the area.
He further reassured the populace of the security of their assets and every investment they make in Anambra.
The Commissioner also highlighted some of the remarkable achievements of Governor Soludo’s administration in two years, as well as his vision and giant strides in the tourism sector of the State, revealing that the Soul City project would complement the Solution Fun City to further enhance the state’s tourism landscape.
