Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo CFR
Executive Governor of Anambra State, Nigeria
Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, is the present Governor of Anambra State, born on July 28, 1960, in Isuofia, Anambra State, Nigeria. He is a distinguished Nigerian Professor of economics and statesman. His life and career have been marked by academic excellence, significant contributions to economic policy, and active involvement in Nigerian public life.
After his secondary school education, he proceeded to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he graduated with a first class degree in Economics. He also undertook his post-graduate and doctorate degrees in Economics from the same University winning on both occasions, the prize for the best graduating student.
During the early phase of his career, Soludo served as a lecturer at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, contributing to the academic discourse in economics. He later transitioned to the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), where he worked as a research analyst, honing his skills and knowledge in economic research.
Internationally, Soludo’s expertise was recognized, leading to engagements with prestigious organizations such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA). His contributions to economic policy discussions and development initiatives positioned him as a respected figure in the global economic community.
Prof. Offornze D. Amucheazi SAN
Honorable Commissioner of Lands, Anambra state Nigeria
Professor Offornze D. Amucheazi SAN is the current commissioner of Lands, Anambra state of Nigeria. He is an esteemed Professor and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, boasting a distinguished career that spans over three decades in both legal practice and academia. As a Founding Partner in the reputable law firm of Amucheazi, Ozioko and Company, which maintains offices in Abuja and Enugu, Professor Amucheazi has been instrumental in shaping legal discourse and practice.
With a rich educational background, Professor Amucheazi has imparted his vast knowledge at two prestigious institutions: the University of Nigeria Nsukka and Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. His commitment to excellence is underscored by his numerous professional affiliations, including being a Fellow of the Nigerian Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCArb), the Institute of Construction Industry Arbitrators (FICIARB), and the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (FICMC).
Professor Amucheazi’s expertise extends beyond the academic realm. He holds certificates in ‘Strategic Leadership Management’ from Oxford University and ‘Constitution Building in Africa’ from the Central European University Budapest. Notably, he has served as a World Bank Consultant, providing invaluable insights into regulatory compliance and the impacts of governmental policies on existing World Bank projects in Nigeria.
Mr. Ejike Edwin Uzochukwu
Permanent Secretary
Anambra State Ministry of Lands
Mr. Ejike Edwin Uzochukwu hails from Ubarunisioye Nando, Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State. He had a Bachelor Degree in Agriculture from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN).
As a Deputy Director, he was the General Manager of Anambra State Market Garden at Amawbia for a period of 12 years. He has worked assiduously with the Ministry of Agriculture, and rose to the position of Director in the same Ministry.
Due to his great potentials and diligent service to the State, Mr. Ejike was appointed a Permanent Secretary, and was posted to the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Technology (Ministry of Petroleum and Solid Minerals) where he continued with his excellent service. Following his exceptional dedication and commitment to service, he was redeployed to the Ministry of Lands to facilitate the land reformation and other lingering areas of technical issues.
Following his landmark achievements in the Ministry of Lands, the current administration retained him to assist in the land policy reformation and transformation which are critical to Solution agenda. His contribution in this direction has led to the birth of the newly established Anambra State Geographic Information Systems (ANAMGIS) in the Anambra State Ministry of Lands.