What Has He Brought For The Igbos? – Soludo Takes Fresh Swipe At Peter Obi

Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has criticised former governor of the state, Peter Obi, questioning what he described as Obi’s contributions to the development and interests of the Igbo people since entering politics.

Soludo made the remarks during a public engagement conducted in the Igbo language, where he accused Obi of appealing to the emotions of Igbos during election periods without, in his view, delivering sufficient benefits to the people.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the Anambra governor cited the persistent erosion and deteriorating conditions in parts of Ekwusigo Local Government Area as an example. He questioned what Obi had done to address the problem during his years in politics and criticised what he described as attempts to seek the support of Igbos whenever elections approach.

Soludo said the situation would be different in 2027, insisting that Igbos should participate more actively in the political process and seek opportunities that could translate into greater federal support and development for the region.

“Ask him, since he has been in politics, what has he brought for the Igbos? Look at the bad state and erosion in Ekwusigo for a long time. Since he started politics, what has he done about it?” Soludo said.

He further accused Obi of attempting to influence voters through emotional appeals during elections, arguing that such an approach should no longer determine the political choices of the people.

The governor said Igbos must become more involved in the political process if they want to benefit from decisions made at the federal level. He maintained that Anambra and the wider Southeast should seek greater participation in the distribution of federal opportunities and resources.

Soludo also spoke about the political position of his party, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), stressing the importance of being involved in the broader political process rather than remaining on the sidelines.

He used an analogy about hunters sharing the proceeds of a hunt, arguing that those who want a portion of the benefits must also participate in the process through which decisions are made.

The governor maintained that Anambra should not remain disconnected from developments at the federal level and insisted that the state must position itself to benefit from decisions taken in Abuja.

Soludo also called for a change in the political approach of those he accused of obstructing the interests of the Igbo people, declaring that the time had come to remove such barriers.

His comments come amid increasing political discussions ahead of the 2027 general elections, with different political actors advancing contrasting positions on how the Southeast should participate in the national political process.