Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has said that the emergence of Professor Charles Soludo as the governor-elect of Anambra State is good for the economic integration plans of the Southern Governors Forum.
According to him, the SGF is eager to work with him.
Akeredolu stated this in a statement on Thursday, as the chairman of the forum.
He said, “We look forward to working with Prof. Charles Soludo under the auspices of the Southern Governors’ Forum, for the peace, security, and development of Anambra State, Southern Nigeria, and the country at large,” the statement quoted Akeredolu as saying.
“No doubt, we will be happy to explore the experience of the Governor-elect, as it relates to the economy and also helps in our efforts to keep the people of Southern Nigeria safe.
“Prof Soludo’s experience as a consummate economist will be of great asset to the good people of Anambra, Southern Governors’ Forum, and indeed the entire country. Our efforts towards economic integration and enhanced socio-economic relationships 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.”
