A civic women’s group under the banner of Anambra Women for Progressive Change has publicly rejected the re-election bid of Governor Charles Soludo and criticized the increasing public role of his wife, Mrs. Nonye Soludo, citing moral, maternal, and governance concerns.
At an event to commemorate World Widow’s Day held in Awka, the group’s convener, Lady Ifeoma Nwakasi, accused the Governor and the First Lady of failing to uphold family values and morality, which she described as the cornerstone of leadership.
“All the women gathered here today have unanimously rejected the second term ambition of Governor Soludo,” Nwakasi declared. “His government has failed to address the core values of family life. No one should look up to them as parents or public figures.”
The group’s criticisms centered on what they called a “collapse of moral authority” within the Soludo household. Nwakasi described Mrs. Soludo as “a failed mother and wife,” arguing that a woman who cannot instill discipline and values within her own family is unqualified to be held up as a role model for Anambra women.
Allegations Against ‘Healthy Living’ Program
The group also launched scathing criticisms against Mrs. Soludo’s Healthy Living initiative, labeling it a “poisonous and fraudulent scheme.” They alleged that the initiative, which promotes health awareness and nutritional programs, has led to adverse health effects and accused Mrs. Soludo of profiting personally from public funds under its guise.
“We are calling on NAFDAC to immediately arrest Mrs. Soludo and subject those so-called meal packages to laboratory testing,” Nwakasi said.
Broader Accusations of Corruption and Nepotism
In a widely circulated opinion article titled “Anambra Governance: Nonye Soludo and Her Poisonous Healthy Living Style: A Scam and Fraudulent Scheme”, public affairs commentator Nduka Okoye-Ebo echoed similar allegations. He accused the Governor’s wife of running a scheme that has allegedly contributed to a decline in life expectancy across the state.
“Since the so-called ‘Healthy Living’ scheme was introduced, life expectancy in Anambra has plummeted. Many infants and women have reportedly died,” Okoye-Ebo claimed.
The article further alleged that over funds running into billions has been funneled into promoting the program, describing it as a vehicle for siphoning state funds.
Okoye-Ebo also accused the First Lady’s brother, Chief Emeka Ezenwanne, of controlling government contracts in the state and demanding kickbacks from contractors, which he says has resulted in substandard infrastructure projects.
“Roads that were promised to last 25 years are collapsing within two,” he alleged.
The article additionally revisited Soludo’s reported consultancy role under the administration of former Governor Chinwoke Mbadinuju.
It claimed Soludo and his wife introduced similar programs during that period which allegedly failed, and questioned their track record in public service.
“Both Nonye and Charles Soludo were part of the Mbadinuju government. If that government is seen as a failure today, they must take part of the blame,” Okoye-Ebo wrote.
The critics concluded by warning Anambra voters against re-electing Governor Soludo in the 2025 governorship polls, arguing that his administration has been marked by moral failure, policy deceit, and misuse of public office.
“The greatest mistake Ndi Anambra can make in 2025 is to return Soludo to office,” Okoye-Ebo cautioned. “Leadership starts from the home. If they cannot raise their own children right, they cannot raise a state.”
