Elite Assemblage in Anambra as Vice President and Former Heads of State Arrive for Governor Soludo’s Swearing-In

Vice President Shettima and former Presidents Obasanjo and Jonathan arrive in Anambra for Governor Soludo’s second-term swearing-in at Alex Ekwueme Square.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 17, 2026, 6:50 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Politics Nigeria

National Leadership Convergence at Chinua Achebe International Airport

The political spotlight of the nation shifted to Anambra State on Tuesday morning as a high-powered federal delegation and esteemed former presidents arrived to witness a significant constitutional milestone. Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing the current administration, landed at the Chinua Achebe Airport alongside former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan. Their synchronized arrival, documented by Anambra State New Media, underscores the regional and national importance of Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s second-term mandate.

Grand Mobilization at the Renovated Alex Ekwueme Square

The inauguration is being staged at the newly renovated Alex Ekwueme Square, which has been prepared to host thousands of attendees from across the political and social spectrum. Governor Soludo, who secured his re-election victory on November 8, 2025, under the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has mobilized representatives from all 326 political wards in the state. This grassroots inclusion is complemented by the presence of eminent elder statesmen, including former Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku, signaling a broad-based endorsement of the administration's trajectory.

Traditional Rulers and Global Dignitaries Celebrate Mandate Renewal

The ceremony is distinguished by a significant gathering of traditional institutions, with monarchs from all 179 communities within Anambra State in attendance. They are joined by prominent traditional rulers from various regions of Nigeria, creating a cultural tapestry that honors the state's heritage while celebrating its democratic future. This blend of traditional and modern governance highlights the Soludo administration's efforts to integrate communal leadership into the state's developmental framework.