The Southern Governors Forum (SGF) has congratulated Charles Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) on his triumph in the Anambra State governorship election, which took place on November 6.
SGF stated that it is willing to collaborate with Soludo to address the country’s southern economic and security concerns.
The forum’s Chairman and Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, sent a congratulatory message through his Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Donald Ojogo, NAN reports
According to Akeredolu, insecurity and economic issues in the southern portion of the country, as well as the country as a whole, necessitate concerted efforts and unflinching commitment.
He said: “We look forward to working with Soludo under the auspices of the SGF for the peace, security and development of Anambra, southern Nigeria, and the country at large.
“No doubt, we will be happy to explore the experience of the governor-elect as it relates to the economy and also to help in our efforts to keep the people of southern Nigeria safe.
“Soludo’s experience as a consummate economist will be of great asset to the good people of Anambra, the Southern Governors’ Forum and indeed the entire country.
“Our efforts toward economic integration and enhanced socio-economic relationship in the SGF will undoubtedly, be boosted in many respects.
On behalf of my colleagues in the SGF, I congratulate Prof. Soludo and wish him the best as he prepares for the Herculean task ahead.”
