Governor Soludo Appoints Former Budget Commissioner Chiamaka Nnake as Secretary to the Anambra State Government

Governor Soludo appoints Chiamaka Nnake as Anambra SSG. The former Budget Commissioner brings 13 years of finance and strategy experience to the new role.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 23, 2026, 5:03 PM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from The Authority

Transition in Governance Leadership Within Anambra State

Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has signaled a significant shift in his administration by approving the appointment of Mrs. Chiamaka Nnake as the Secretary to the State Government. The announcement, made through the Governor’s chief press secretary on Monday night, marks a promotion for a trusted internal lieutenant. By elevating a younger professional to this pivotal administrative role, the state leadership appears to be prioritizing continuity and technical competence within the executive council, ensuring that the governor’s policy directives are managed by a seasoned strategist.

Professional Pedigree and Institutional Knowledge Base

Hailing from Nawfia in the Njikoka Local Government Area, Nnake possesses a robust background that spans over a decade in finance, economic planning, and strategy development. Before this elevation, she served as the state’s Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, a role where she was instrumental in the systematic allocation of state resources. Her previous leadership of Solution Fun City Limited and her membership on several high profile boards, including the internal revenue and investment promotion agencies, provide her with a comprehensive understanding of the state’s fiscal architecture.

Strategic Alignment with Long Term Developmental Blueprints

The new Secretary to the State Government was a foundational contributor to the Anambra Vision 2070, a 50 year master plan designed to ensure sustainable regional transformation. Her involvement in drafting this document, alongside her work on the Combined Transition Plan, ensures that her new administrative oversight will be deeply aligned with the governor’s long term objectives. This appointment suggests that the Soludo administration is doubling down on its commitment to evidence based planning and institutionalized reform as it enters its next phase of governance.